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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
Industrial fishing methods more broadly are responsible for large-scale collateral damage.
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Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
Director Matthew Vaughn, who is responsible for movies like Kick-Ass, X-Men: First Class and the Kingsman series, responded to negative reviews of the film in an interview with Empire.
—Sharareh Drury, People.com, 12 June 2025
On an expiring contract, Detroit would only be responsible for the remainder of the $8 million he's owed this season.
—Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
In water, these compounds are responsible for the musty, moldy taste that indicates that water isn’t safe to drink.
—Tom Hawking, Popular Science, 12 June 2025
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Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
Director Matthew Vaughn, who is responsible for movies like Kick-Ass, X-Men: First Class and the Kingsman series, responded to negative reviews of the film in an interview with Empire.
—Sharareh Drury, People.com, 12 June 2025
On an expiring contract, Detroit would only be responsible for the remainder of the $8 million he's owed this season.
—Drew Vonscio, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
In water, these compounds are responsible for the musty, moldy taste that indicates that water isn’t safe to drink.
—Tom Hawking, Popular Science, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for responsible
Adjective
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However, the absence of formal requirements means that the owner of the sole proprietorship can be personally liable for the business’s debts and obligations, including tax bills and legal awards.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Your neighbor is liable for the damage caused by his leaking washing machine.—
Gary Singer,
Sun Sentinel,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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Its toll is seen as generally reliable by U.N. agencies and independent experts, though Israel has challenged its numbers.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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Embrace tools that highlight alternate components that match form, fit and function, and offer reliable alternatives based on factors like cost, inventory, country of origin and lifecycle status.—
Steve Flagg,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 June 2025
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Be mindful of which foods and drinks are safe to have when traveling internationally.—
Janelle McSwiggin,
Health,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Mosquitoes are a true scourge, responsible for up to one million human deaths per year.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Hoang said the online allegations — none of which were true — led to threats of violence against the university, and there was talk that some parents withdrew their children because of them.—
Stephanie Yang,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
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Then, Bennett, the Panthers best player these playoffs, took a tripping penalty behind the play coming out of the offensive zone.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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As good as Trachtenberg is at keeping secrets, this particular one seems unlikely.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
13 June 2025
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Unemployment held steady at 4.2% for a third consecutive month as the government revised job growth down for March and April.—
Maria Gracia Santillana Linares,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Keeping a steady clip and clocking in at a blissful running time, Hall and Gandersman discover two of their movie’s best moment in car scenes.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
8 June 2025
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“Responsible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/responsible. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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