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derail

[dee-reyl] / diˈreɪl /
VERB
run off a track
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It’s a new test for an industry that’s jumped from strength to strength in the postpandemic era, but one that’s unlikely to derail enthusiasm for cruises.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Investors feared that the energy shock would derail a big year for international stocks, particularly in the developing world.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

It was a move that could derail the plan for the next generation.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

In an interview, he said he was determined to show a unified front and not let “one nut” derail his agenda or events.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

She was a determined woman who didn't let the shooting derail her from her goals.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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