accountability
noun
ac·count·abil·i·ty
ə-ˌkau̇n-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
: the quality or state of being accountable
… the CFO has ultimate accountability for maintaining the books and records of the company …—
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: an obligation or willingness to accept responsibility or to account for one's actions
demanded more accountability from public officials
The … quarterback did take accountability for his play … recognizing it as an error that can't happen at this level. —Steven Corder
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Transparency, accountability and reliable public service remain at the core of our mission.
—Abbey Ajayi, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
The advocacy group and White are calling for wage increases in the hospitality industry, as well as further accountability regarding the allegations against Redzepi.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Ramirez’s resignation comes amid a takeover from the Texas Education Agency after a school in the district received a fifth straight F rating in the state’s yearly A-F accountability grading.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Mar. 2026
The Pentagon has long treated the public disclosure of casualty figures, including troops wounded in combat, as a core piece of its accountability to both the American public and the families of those who serve -- a practice which dates back to World War II.
—Steven Beynon, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
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Abbey Ajayi, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
The advocacy group and White are calling for wage increases in the hospitality industry, as well as further accountability regarding the allegations against Redzepi.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
Ramirez’s resignation comes amid a takeover from the Texas Education Agency after a school in the district received a fifth straight F rating in the state’s yearly A-F accountability grading.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Mar. 2026
The Pentagon has long treated the public disclosure of casualty figures, including troops wounded in combat, as a core piece of its accountability to both the American public and the families of those who serve -- a practice which dates back to World War II.
—Steven Beynon, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
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“Accountability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accountability. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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