debacle
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After that debacle, Mom and Pop would remain on the sidelines until after World War II, when the American economy boomed once more.
From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026
That’s a pretty clear sign that Castel wants to investigate this debacle and hold those behind it responsible.
From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026
Both these jobs entailed prolonged, ego-deflating battles; both ended in professional debacle.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026
After the debacle in Rome, Scotland have come good.
From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026
She sold few and attributed the debacle to America’s fading love of poetry.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
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