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onus

[oh-nuhs] / ˈoʊ nəs /


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“There is an onus on charitable organizations to comply with applicable City regulations,” the statement said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Davies agreed the onus should be on social media platforms to tighten up safety measures and added adults were also guilty of misusing social media.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

“The onus is definitely on NextEra to show the value proposition and what’s in it for rate payers, and that’s important,” Bartlett said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Like in Australia, the Indonesian rules place the onus on platforms to regulate teen access.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Under the Sabotage Law, the onus was on the defense to prove the accused innocent.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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