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onus

[oh-nuhs] / ˈoʊ nəs /


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“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

The onus is on creators to provide the disclosure, but campaigns are required to notify influencers they hire of the requirement.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Sir Keir's time in Downing Street would almost certainly be extended in this scenario, putting the onus on a Labour MP or a cabinet minister, instead of Burnham, to mount a leadership challenge.

From BBC • May 15, 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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