be a party to
Example Sentences
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Bolivia is also a member, but was not among the bloc's founders and will not be a party to the pact.
From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026
“I cannot in good conscience be a party to this,” he wrote.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 20, 2022
“We cannot be a party to a conflict between China and the U.S.”
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 8, 2022
"I could not be a party to advising on any potential law-breaking."
From Reuters • Jun. 17, 2022
He wanted to play the game of chess, not be a party to sensationalism.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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