Blame

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The slang termblame” means to hold someone responsible or accountable for something. It is often used in a negative context to assign fault or attribute responsibility for a particular action or outcome.

In more detail, “blame” is a term used to point fingers or attribute guilt to someone for a specific event or situation. It implies holding someone responsible for the negative consequences or outcomes that resulted from their actions or decisions.

Example 1:
Person A: “Why did the project fail?”
Person B: “We can’t blame anyone specific, it was a team effort.”

Example 2:
Parent: “Who broke this vase?”
Child: “Don’t blame me! It was already like that!”

Note: The term “blame” can also be used in a positive or neutral context, such as attributing praise or recognition for a positive outcome or action; however, its most common usage is in a negative context.

Synonyms:
Cursed, culprit, guilty, fingerpointing
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