blamed
Americanadjective
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In earlier bankruptcy filings, Dharod had blamed California and Carl’s Jr. for his stores’ struggles.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
Mr. Morrison is not to be blamed for this, given the lack of sources.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
While exhaustion is often blamed on stress or lack of sleep, researchers say poor nutrition may also play an important role.
From Science Daily • May 29, 2026
A 2017 report by Kenya's National Crime Research Centre blamed exam stress and long school terms and said students in different schools were communicating via smuggled phones, leading to copycat acts.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
Jefferson had blamed the Federalists for the lion’s share of the party mischief.
From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis
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