on the part of
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She said it was accepted that what had started in 2019 as a "misguided wish" on the part of the defendant to help friends and family then "snowballed" into something far larger.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
Writing about Monroe’s reading habits demands a lot of speculation on the part of Crowther, who’s written engaging books on Dorothy Parker, Sylvia Plath and Anne Sexton.
From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026
Was this an error on the part of whoever manages Dylan’s social media?
From Salon • May 12, 2026
Police said late Monday said there was "no basis on current knowledge" to assume a political or religious motive on the part of the perpetrator.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
One mistake, disagreement, or mistimed appointment on the part of a friend was enough for Bobby to sever a relationship.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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