take the blame for

Example Sentences

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Sturgeon was emotional, but defiant in her repeated statements that she didn't know anything untoward - and must not take the blame for Murrell's crimes.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

“I’ll take the blame for this loss. I came out with no energy at all. I can’t afford to do that for my team. I let my team down, coaches down, fans down,” Edwards said.

From Seattle Times • May 10, 2024

Davis must lead them with his two-way game and the kind of selflessness that led him to needlessly take the blame for that Utah loss.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2024

Hera will probably take the blame for this failure despite being under-resourced because that's just how things work in an office.

From Salon • Sep. 7, 2023

I'll take the blame for messing up whatever she and Ainsley got going right now, as long as I can stop it.

From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi