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responsible

[ri-spon-suh-buhl] / rɪˈspɒn sə bəl /




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Several of the women were found partially clothed and with injuries, but police have stressed that they have not established whether all the deaths are connected or whether a serial killer is responsible.

From BBC Sep. 17, 2026

In other words, researchers have shown that mice can develop and function normally even when the genes responsible for producing PRX3 are removed.

From Science Daily Sep. 17, 2026

The private-equity industry has pushed back on the narrative that it is responsible for the challenges facing U.S. healthcare.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 16, 2026

Sheeran has denied being behind the decision to remove Macklemore, saying his tour's promoter was responsible, but several supporting acts have announced they were quitting the tour.

From Barron's Sep. 16, 2026

“Edda—” my aunt tries one more time, but I’m already jamming my arms into my coat, leaving my aunt in my room, muttering something about being a responsible employee and then slipping out the door.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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