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to hold sb/sth accountable
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to ensure that an individual takes responsibility for their actions and faces consequences for their behavior or performance
Example
The legal system is designed to hold individuals accountable for their actions.
The leader of the opposition promised to hold the government accountable for its actions.
Upon hearing the news of the financial losses, the CEO tore a strip off the executive team, holding them accountable for the company's downturn.
When it comes to environmental issues, it's essential to hold corporations accountable for their impact.
In the lawsuit, the damages were assessed on a several basis, holding each defendant accountable for their own contribution.
