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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
Finding out who is responsible for a major failure matters, because identifying that failure can help prevent a next one.
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Olga Khazan, The Atlantic, 14 July 2025
Sesame Workshop said an unknown hacker was responsible for posting antisemitic and racist messages to Elmo‘s X account.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 14 July 2025
While the statue itself would be paid for by the people of France, the Americans would be responsible for its prodigious base.
—Mo Rocca
july 6, CBS News, 6 July 2025
Interestingly, research has found that asthmatics tend to have lower levels of IgG.
While camel milk is rich in these bioactive compounds, the study didn’t isolate or quantify which specific components were responsible for the observed effects.
—New Atlas, 6 July 2025
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Olga Khazan, The Atlantic, 14 July 2025
Sesame Workshop said an unknown hacker was responsible for posting antisemitic and racist messages to Elmo‘s X account.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 14 July 2025
While the statue itself would be paid for by the people of France, the Americans would be responsible for its prodigious base.
—Mo Rocca
july 6, CBS News, 6 July 2025
Interestingly, research has found that asthmatics tend to have lower levels of IgG.
While camel milk is rich in these bioactive compounds, the study didn’t isolate or quantify which specific components were responsible for the observed effects.
—New Atlas, 6 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for responsible
Adjective
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That negates accident coverage and can place the driver liable for damages.—
Ticked Off,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 July 2025
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As such, Tesla is, as employer, vicariously liable for all events.—
Brad Templeton,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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By the time Osbourne returned to Milwaukee for a March 5, 1984, concert at the Arena, his concerts had a reliable opening act: protesters outside the venue, criticizing Osbourne and rockers like him for performing the devil's music.—
Chris Foran,
jsonline.com,
23 July 2025
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One of his key issues remains securing clean, reliable water supplies for rural and tribal communities in need.—
Arlyssa D. Becenti,
AZCentral.com,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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The performance itself begins at 7:20 p.m., followed by an after-party at 9 p.m. Event organizers encourage rideshare for a safe and carefree experience, though free parking is available across the street from the venue at 6101 Highland Campus Dr. Building 3000.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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As ever, the good news is that staying safe is all down to 100% adherence to golden rules.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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This rings especially true for me, a vegetarian for nearly two decades.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
26 July 2025
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This was certainly true of the Mets last summer when Taylor played his way into the lineup more consistently than Harrison Bader.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
26 July 2025
Adjective
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Chef-owner Miguel Angel Jimenez is well worth consulting for the night’s specials and a wine from the impressively deep good list.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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But that wasn’t enough for a gambler who watched him best Paul Skenes.—
Maria Torres,
New York Times,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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Its eventual core range will all be built on the same quiet, steady progress that’s defined the last couple years.—
Felipe Schrieberg,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Prince Ali envisions steady growth over the next decade.—
Essie Assibu,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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“Responsible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/responsible. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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