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acknowledge responsibility
/əkˈnɒlɪdʒ rɪˈspɒnsəˌbɪlɪti/
accept accountability
The CEO acknowledged responsibility for the company's financial losses.
The CEO admitted fault and took accountability for the financial problems.
formal
To accept accountability or blame for one's actions or decisions, especially in a formal or public context.
After the accident, the driver acknowledged responsibility and apologized to the victims.
The driver admitted fault and expressed regret to those affected.
The politician refused to acknowledge responsibility for the policy failure.
The politician declined to take accountability for the unsuccessful policy.
This phrase is often used in legal, corporate, or political contexts where accountability is required.
Collocations
acknowledge responsibility foraccept accountability for
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Formal Context
Use this phrase in professional or formal settings where accountability is expected.
Avoiding Blame
This phrase is the opposite of shifting blame or denying responsibility.
Gold Rule
Accountability
This phrase is about taking ownership of one's actions, not just admitting mistakes.
Word Origin
Derived from the combination of 'acknowledge' (to admit or recognize) and 'responsibility' (the state of being accountable).
Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in formal settings such as legal proceedings, corporate statements, or public apologies. It emphasizes taking ownership of one's actions.
Word Breakdown
acknowledge
to admit or recognize
rootresponsibility
the state of being accountable
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