chain of events
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Sometimes bands break up for one specific or large reason, and sometimes it is a chain of events, seemingly unrelated, or not visible from the outside.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
She called for thorough investigation of "the chain of events here, and what we can learn from it, and what it says about the capacities we need".
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
The team combined field work, seismic and satellite data to reconstruct a domino chain of events and trace the height of the wave.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
Gomez said the chain of events remains under investigation.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026
Together, they crippled the reactors at Fukushima Daiichi, setting off a chain of events that threatened the safety of millions.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
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