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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Many said the refund came only after they threatened to dispute the charge with their credit-card company.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 22, 2026
Howe left Newcastle on Thursday after five years in charge, with Matthias Jaissle, manager of Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli, expected to be appointed his successor.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026
Claudio Braga helped fire Hearts' title charge, with the tenacious Portuguese forward scoring 14 goals and providing three assists as his side fell just short on the final day.
From BBC ● May 28, 2026
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
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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