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as in liable
being the one who must meet an obligation or suffer the consequences for failing to do so
the state laws hold pet owners responsible for any damage or injury done by improperly restrained animals
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as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
our regular babysitter is very responsible
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a responsible adult
responsible decisions
a responsible government
a capable government
a competent government
a vigilant government
a prudent government
a resourceful government
responsible behavior
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Recent Examples of responsible
If a liquor store sells liquor to someone who leaves and drinks it on public property, the liquor store owner isn’t responsible.
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Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 20 Mar. 2025
Apple's Vision Products Group, which is responsible for developing the company's VR headsets, will be managed by Rockwell deputy Paul Meade going forward.
—Ars Technica, 20 Mar. 2025
The mass layoffs of federal workers by President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk are about to hit key people who control California’s water supply and are also responsible for flood protection protecting millions of Californians, particularly in Sacramento and the Central Valley.
—Tom Philp, The Mercury News, 20 Mar. 2025
Fry will be responsible for the execution and delivery of its television slate, working closely with the creative, production and business teams at Sister, where the role is newly created.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 20 Mar. 2025
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Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 20 Mar. 2025
Apple's Vision Products Group, which is responsible for developing the company's VR headsets, will be managed by Rockwell deputy Paul Meade going forward.
—Ars Technica, 20 Mar. 2025
The mass layoffs of federal workers by President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk are about to hit key people who control California’s water supply and are also responsible for flood protection protecting millions of Californians, particularly in Sacramento and the Central Valley.
—Tom Philp, The Mercury News, 20 Mar. 2025
Fry will be responsible for the execution and delivery of its television slate, working closely with the creative, production and business teams at Sister, where the role is newly created.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for responsible
Adjective
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She was found liable, in part, for the fatal shooting of Hutchins and was acquitted of a separate charge of tampering with evidence.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
11 Mar. 2025
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The lawsuit argues that having cocaine and fentanyl on the premises of Willis’ home constituted a danger to David Harrington and his friends, for which Willis and Carson should be held liable.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
9 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Other agencies have also fired probationary employees, though no reliable total figure exists.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
12 Mar. 2025
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The tech sector is turning to nuclear power after concluding that renewables alone won’t provide enough reliable power for their energy needs.—
Pippa Stevens,Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Waiting until fall to sow grass offers a simpler and safer solution.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2025
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Wildlife experts stress that influencers and tourists - like everyone else - should do their best to appreciate nature from a safe distance and carefully research ethical ways to visit and volunteer with animals up close.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Because true wealth isn’t just accumulated—it’s activated.—
Tim Maurer,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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More than ever before, women feel the freedom to explore and embrace their true desires without fear of societal rejection.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
16 Mar. 2025
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And snood size is the quickest, easiest way for a hen to gauge whether the gobbler strutting his stuff in front of her is a good genetic candidate for her future poults.—
Alice Jones Webb,
Outdoor Life,
21 Mar. 2025
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The city of Providence continues to be good to Pitino, who famously led Providence College to the Final Four in 1987 toward the beginning of his storied career.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Unlike non-porous stainless steel, which doesn’t provide exposure to oxygen, concrete enables slow and steady oxygenation.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
18 Mar. 2025
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While this is promising, grocery stores are taking a measured approach before lowering prices, waiting to see if wholesale declines hold steady rather than immediately adjusting retail prices.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Responsible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/responsible. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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