be a party to
Example Sentences
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But because they did that, it gave the judge a hook to say, We’re not going to be a party to it.
From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026
Bolivia is also a member, but was not among the bloc's founders and will not be a party to the pact.
From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026
The labor board has requested to be a party to the Orange County case, arguing that it has “exclusive initial jurisdiction over aspects of this dispute.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2024
But that issue has taken a back seat to the separate fight over who can be a party to the lawsuit.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 1, 2023
He wanted to play the game of chess, not be a party to sensationalism.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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