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responsible

/ɹɪˈspɑn.sə.bəl/ noun C2
  1. An actor taking on the lesser roles in repertory theatre.

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No, happily that unjust prejudice is forgotten which made the son responsible for the father’s actions.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 881 · C1
If you mean as responsible agent when you ask me the question, I believe there is nothing to say against him, and that you will be content with the way in which he has performed his duty.”
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 10 · C1
“Surely,” answered Danglars, “one cannot be held responsible for every chance arrow shot into the air.”
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 34 · C1
Well, I shall write to the abbé; I shall hold him responsible for his protégé’s misconduct, and I shall soon know all about this assassination.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 461 · C1

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