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Definition be responsible to someone in British English

be responsible to someone phrase

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if you are responsible to someone, they are in a position of authority over you and can ask you to prove that your actions or decisions are correct and reasonable

Example

The prime minister and his ministers are all responsible to Parliament.

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Definition be responsible to someone in British English