downfall

Example Sentences

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But both supporters and critics of Becerra struggle to explain exactly how or why he became the main beneficiary of Swalwell’s downfall.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

The conflict triggered a "cold war" as many of the game's major alliances began plotting each other's downfall.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

The tensions have also revived questions about Maduro’s downfall.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

And there is another factor which could potentially lead to Sinner's downfall - fatigue.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

But, as we all know, You-Know-Who met his downfall in little Harry Potter.

From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling