accountable

Example Sentences

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His analysis held Hong Kong insiders accountable when they abused their power or shirked their responsibilities, whether they were corporate managers or government officials.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

That speaks to just how hard it will be for future plaintiffs to hold officials accountable.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

“Administrator Zeldin, on behalf of the president, is going to hold insurance companies accountable to the great people of California,” the official said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

For years, efforts to hold social-media companies accountable ran into Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act, which shields platforms from liability for content posted by users.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

I do not lie, cheat, or steal and will always be accountable for my actions and deeds.

From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds