have a lot to answer for
Definition of have a lot to answer for
: to be responsible for many bad things that have happened The company executives have a lot to answer for.
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lotplay
: an object used as a counter in determining a question by chance
: the use of lots as a means of deciding something
: the resulting choice
: allot, apportion
: to form or divide into lots
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answerplay
: something spoken or written in reply to a question
: a correct response
: a reply to a legal charge or suit : plea
: to speak or write in reply
: to be or make oneself responsible or accountable
: to make amends : atone
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