accountability
noun
ac·count·abil·i·ty
ə-ˌkau̇n-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
: the quality or state of being accountable
especially
: an obligation or willingness to accept responsibility or to account for one's actions
public officials lacking accountability
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The company highlighted the impact of its Reorganization plan, which resulted in a significant reduction in corporate personnel and functions to promote efficiency and local market accountability.
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Contact IndyStar senior government accountability reporter Hayleigh Colombo at hcolombo@indystar.com.
—Hayleigh Colombo, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Nov. 2024
Carbone’s priorities include academic responsibility, budget accountability, career readiness and school safety, according to his campaign website.
—Talia McWright, Twin Cities, 6 Nov. 2024
This legal support will empower us to demand accountability from the DEC and advocate for a more compassionate approach to wildlife management.
—Emma Marsden, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
Indiana Voter Guide:Todd Rokita and Destiny Wells compete in attorney general race
Live Indiana Attorney General election results
Contact IndyStar senior government accountability reporter Hayleigh Colombo at hcolombo@indystar.com.
—Hayleigh Colombo, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Nov. 2024
Carbone’s priorities include academic responsibility, budget accountability, career readiness and school safety, according to his campaign website.
—Talia McWright, Twin Cities, 6 Nov. 2024
This legal support will empower us to demand accountability from the DEC and advocate for a more compassionate approach to wildlife management.
—Emma Marsden, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Accountability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accountability. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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