charge with
Idioms-
Impose a duty or task on, as in He was charged with getting this message to the commissioners . [c. 1300]
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Accuse of a crime, as in He was charged with creating a disturbance . [Mid-1500s]
Example Sentences
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The tech sector is leading the S&P 500’s earnings charge with first-quarter profit estimates rising more than any other sector.
From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026
The rising market price for aluminum has driven up buyers’ costs for the metal and in turn the delivery charge with the tariff.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
Igor Tudor has left the club by mutual consent after just 44 days in charge, with chief executive Vinai Venkatesham and sporting director Johan Lange tasked with appointing his replacement.
From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026
Luka Doncic led the charge with 26 points, eight assists and six rebounds in just 29 minutes.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026
When they fought with mace or blunted longaxe, Ser Rolly’s greater size and strength would quickly overwhelm his charge; with swords the contests were more even.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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