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accountability

[uh-koun-tuh-bil-i-tee] / əˌkaʊn təˈbɪl ɪ ti /
NOUN
responsibility
Synonyms


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Entrepreneurs are accustomed to accountability: If we fail to deliver value, we lose customers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

For those seeking accountability, a civil lawsuit may offer a more viable path.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

“It’s a super fun time, and you’ll be really happy if you build that accountability and awareness early on.”

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

It necessitates a wholeness from both parties, wherein two individuals take ownership and accountability over their own success and well-being.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

“In this climate of heightened accountability, some believe that schools will give instructional time only to subjects that are included in high-stakes testing,” it states.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove




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