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liable

[lahy-uh-buhl] / ˈlaɪ ə bəl /




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Their motion asks the judge to order a judgment in the insurers’ favor that would make Edison liable for the damage under inverse condemnation, a legal doctrine in the state constitution.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

In 2024, a jury found former leader Wayne LaPierre liable for misusing millions on private-plane rides and luxury vacations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

"We believe that OpenAI and its ChatGPT and Sam Altman personally are liable for potentially up to billions of dollars," he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

He added that he believes OpenAI and Altman could be liable for potentially up to “billions of dollars” based on their alleged conduct.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Fortunately for Welles and Houseman, their lawyer had added a clause to their CBS contract ensuring that they and the Mercury would not be liable for their show’s content.

From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow




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