contributory

Example Sentences

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Incorrectly categorising risk was a contributory factor to the way French police treated Liverpool fans before the 2023 Champions League final in Paris.

From BBC

In Monday’s case, Sony sued Cox for “contributory” copyright infringement because the cable provider didn’t shut off internet access to alleged pirates who used its service.

From The Wall Street Journal

An inquest into her death found the Army's handling of the complaint played "more than a minimal contributory part in her death".

From BBC

Whatever the contributory factors, Labour are gloomy here, even on their upbeat days.

From BBC

An inquest into Gunner Beck's death earlier this year determined the Army's handling of the complaint played "more than a minimal contributory part in her death".

From BBC