responsible
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“It’s really one of the factors that was responsible for Steyer’s campaign not being successful,” DiCamillo said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
According to the data, cells first experience a decline in stress resistance and disruptions in protein homeostasis, the system responsible for maintaining protein stability.
From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026
“Thousands of people are plaintiffs in this action, which names 18 public and private sector defendants. The City Attorney’s Office is responsible for defending the City and DWP in this lawsuit.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
Raymond was responsible for a pugnacious, no-surrender style that became Exxon’s signature, whether it was in negotiations with federal authorities over the Exxon Valdez cleanup or with foreign nations over contract disputes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Isaac, always the responsible older brother, gives Jacob and me a little extra of his portion, and we accept those morsels gratefully.
From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar
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