verb
to provide an explanation or justification for something
preposition
used to indicate that something has been taken into consideration or included in a calculation
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The accountant ensured that every expense was properly accounted for in the financial statements.
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I made sure to account for all the money I spent on my trip.
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I totally forgot to account for the drinks we bought last night.
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Her dedication to her work accounted for her success in the company.