"at-fault" meaning in English

See at-fault in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Adjective

Head templates: {{en-adj|-}} at-fault (not comparable)
  1. at fault (in adjectival contexts) Tags: not-comparable Related terms: faultless, faulty, culpable, guilty, liable
    Sense id: en-at-fault-en-adj-aVLdi5xd Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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          "text": "Today many states have statutorily defined the purpose of alimony—for instance, as a temporary arrangement allowing the dependent spouse to get on his or her feet financially; as compensation for money invested in a marriage (like paying for a spouse's medical school); or as punishment in an at-fault divorce.",
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