accuse
verb (used with object)
to charge with the fault, offense, or crime (usually followed byof ).
has accused
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present perfectof accuse (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Miller denies any wrongdoing, claims his ex-wife has struggled with “significant mental health challenges,” and has accused his former father-in-law of spreading “lies.”
From Slate ● Aug. 10, 2026
Flock CEO Garrett Langley has accused some opponents of being "terrorists," stoking the fire.
From Barron's ● Aug. 9, 2026
However, Uefa has accused Fifa of using football "to enrich themselves and their friends", while Concacaf and AFC have both expressed concerns about consultation over the plans.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
The woman has accused the Tates of bullying her and other accusers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
He stares right at Master Wingfield as he says it, so I suspect he knows who has accused him of a crime.
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
