responsible
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The building is the base for the Home Office, responsible for policing in England and Wales and national security, and MHCLG, which is responsible for housing and planning policy in England.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
According to a new study, some of the substances that replaced ozone damaging chemicals are now responsible for spreading large amounts of a persistent "forever chemical" across the globe.
From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026
The authorized user can make purchases with the card but is not responsible for paying the bill.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
“He is responsible for bringing reconciliation to the Democrats and Republicans in the Michigan legislature and in the US Congress,” Timmis wrote.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
“You’re down here with Kat and Syd. The three of you have your own loo, which you’re all responsible for keeping clean.”
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
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