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as in blame
the state of being held as the cause of something that needs to be set right
responsibility for the accident lies with the driver who was speeding
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as in obligation
something one must do because of prior agreement
I had the responsibility of closing up the shop at night
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as in reliability
worthiness as the recipient of another's trust or confidence
the newspaper publisher should hire kids of greater responsibility to deliver its papers
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Recent Examples of responsibility
Prioritize safety, stay impeccably informed, and assume responsibility to shield lives and property.
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 4 July 2025
Less populous locations can deal with employees having to take on more responsibilities at the same pay with little chance for promotion.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 July 2025
But many residents question whether the McChrystal report will shine a light on what exactly went wrong or whether county officials will ever accept full responsibility for their mistakes.
—Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
Homeownership comes with a wide range of responsibilities that renters don't have, such as mowing the lawn, performing routine maintenance, repairs and other unpleasant tasks, Ressler explained.
—Randy Tucker, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 4 July 2025
Less populous locations can deal with employees having to take on more responsibilities at the same pay with little chance for promotion.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 July 2025
But many residents question whether the McChrystal report will shine a light on what exactly went wrong or whether county officials will ever accept full responsibility for their mistakes.
—Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
Homeownership comes with a wide range of responsibilities that renters don't have, such as mowing the lawn, performing routine maintenance, repairs and other unpleasant tasks, Ressler explained.
—Randy Tucker, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for responsibility
Noun
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Don’t look to nobody else or point blame at somebody else because you ain’t reached or tapped into your blessings yet.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
7 July 2025
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The balance of the blame fell on the college, according to the judge.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
5 July 2025
Noun
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Redstone has borrowed heavily to meet debt obligations, including a $186-million term loan from Larry Ellison last year.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 July 2025
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What's, what are, what is a citizen's obligation now?—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 July 2025
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What are your compliance and reliability requirements?—
Alex Gudilko,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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The disinformation campaign was therefore not only aimed at an aircraft, but more broadly at a national image of strategic autonomy, industrial reliability and solid partnerships.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
Noun
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Trump has set a July 9 deadline for imposing reciprocal tariffs, but trade talks have run into obstacles including discussions over duties on farm goods, steel and car parts.—
Jennifer Cunningham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
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In early 2025, the U.S. imposed new tariffs on Canadian lumber, pushing duties as high as 35%.—
Felicia Jackson,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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During what might have been the committee’s final meeting last week, Samantha Karn, corporation counsel for the city, emphasized the need for a consistent process in determining which events are supported by the city and how much support is lent.—
Jake Allen,
IndyStar,
9 July 2025
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An argument long debated in the courts is whether air conditioning goes beyond basic needs, since everyday citizens aren't guaranteed air conditioning in their homes.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
9 July 2025
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That’s a burden for working students who balance jobs with education.—
Leadership Brainery,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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The development team framed the deal as a way for the city to create more low-income housing, dump the financial burden of the unoccupied property and secure a money-making property at the end of the lease.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 June 2025
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Yes, Trump disdains core elements of U.S. globalism, from the international trade system America established to its promotion of democratic values and its defense commitments around the world.—
Hal Brands,
Twin Cities,
13 July 2025
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The State Department did not respond to requests by ABC News for the current data on its assistance commitments to Sudan after foreign aid freezes and layoffs.—
Chris Boccia,
ABC News,
13 July 2025
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“Responsibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/responsibility. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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