take the blame for

Example Sentences

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"Of course, I take the blame for this, but the players are the same players we were happy with against Bulgaria and in the second half against Hungary," Hallgrimsson told RTE.

From BBC • Sep. 9, 2025

“I’ll take the blame for this loss. I came out with no energy at all. I can’t afford to do that for my team. I let my team down, coaches down, fans down,” Edwards said.

From Seattle Times • May 10, 2024

Kershaw wouldn’t let Outman take the blame for triggering an avalanche of Arizona offense.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 8, 2023

Hera will probably take the blame for this failure despite being under-resourced because that's just how things work in an office.

From Salon • Sep. 7, 2023

I can't let Martin take the blame for this.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins