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liability

/laɪəˈbɪlɪti/

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noun

An obligation, debt or responsibility owed to someone.

Examples :

"The student's late submission created a significant liability for completing the project on time. "

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noun

A handicap that holds something back, a drawback, someone or something that is a burden to whoever is required to take care of them; an individual or action that exposes others to greater risk.

Examples :

"The extra work assigned to Maria was a significant liability; it slowed her progress on the project and made her late for other commitments. "

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noun

The likelihood of something happening.

Examples :

"The liability of missing the bus is significant if you have an important meeting. "

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The condition of being susceptible to something.

Examples :

"My child's young age is a liability when it comes to leaving them unsupervised. "

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