culpable

Example Sentences

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Damian Williams said Shah was the most culpable of the many defendants accused of participating in a nationwide fraud scheme.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

If found culpable, he could be suspended from the practice of law or disbarred in D.C.

From Slate • Mar. 11, 2026

However, this case argues those firms are culpable for business models designed to hold people's attention and to promote content that winds up harming their mental health.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

"Any individual or institution found culpable of negligence, professional misconduct, or regulatory violations will face the full wrath of the law," Dr Ogunyemi said.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026

When you explained what you’d really come to tell me the day I professed my feelings for him, I felt culpable because you’re right: I did lead you on.

From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone