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 renowned thespian continued, touching on the sense of responsibility and accountability he’s instilled within his eldest son.
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Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 18 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, the growing number of social media groups dedicated to no-buy 2025 offer support, practical tips, and accountability.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 17 Mar. 2025
From crime rates to infrastructure delays, these platforms create accountability, cut costs and delivered results, without burning the house down.
—Zac Townsend, The Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2025
Even when there aren’t specific remedies to Trump’s or Musk’s conflicts of interest, shedding light on them for the public to see is an important accountability mechanism because people can demand more of their representatives in government and put pressure on the administration.
—Abdallah Fayyad, Vox, 14 Mar. 2025
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Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 18 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, the growing number of social media groups dedicated to no-buy 2025 offer support, practical tips, and accountability.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 17 Mar. 2025
From crime rates to infrastructure delays, these platforms create accountability, cut costs and delivered results, without burning the house down.
—Zac Townsend, The Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2025
Even when there aren’t specific remedies to Trump’s or Musk’s conflicts of interest, shedding light on them for the public to see is an important accountability mechanism because people can demand more of their representatives in government and put pressure on the administration.
—Abdallah Fayyad, Vox, 14 Mar. 2025
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“Accountability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accountability. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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