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onus

[oh-nuhs] / ˈoʊ nəs /


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While he believes Microsoft is making a prudent move in prioritizing internal AI projects, Zelnick noted that the strategy “puts the onus on Microsoft to deliver before it will get credit.”

From MarketWatch

But maintaining this equilibrium put the onus on the individual and his or her diet and regimen—no small burden.

From The Wall Street Journal

Murley reported that this staff member's behaviour was widely known, but felt there was an onus on him to "laugh it off".

From BBC

In a world first in December, Australia banned under-16s from major social media platforms including TikTok, with the onus on tech firms to kick young users off their services.

From Barron's

That puts the onus on the worker to provide accurate amounts.

From MarketWatch