at fault
Example Sentences
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On terrorism, he was unequivocal that the victim is never at fault.
From Salon ● Oct. 8, 2026
The reforms will help, but more are needed, including fixing the state’s scaffold law that holds property owners and contractors fully liable for gravity-related construction injuries even if a worker is at fault.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
However, Vladimir Barbin, the Russian ambassador to Denmark, fired back saying it was the helicopter that had been at fault.
From Barron's ● Sep. 15, 2026
Waymo suggests its car is not at fault in the accident that was initially reported as an auto-pedestrian collision.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2026
Though the jockey was probably not at fault for Exhibit’s change of course, it was common for stewards to briefly suspend riders caught in his situation to guard against foul play.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
