derail
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Despite the wayward drives, McIlroy steered clear of the mid-range par putts that can ramp up the pressure and derail momentum.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
“The move comes amid concerns that escalating tensions could derail global growth, a backdrop that has triggered the largest two-day decline in U.S. equities in a year,” the bank added.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
Sebastian Rucci, the chief executive of Imperial Valley Computer Manufacturing, is now suing the city alleging it unfairly worked to derail the data center.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
“It threatens to derail market sentiment at a time when asset valuations are high.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
Maybe all the things I’m feeling for Natasha are just excuses to make it derail.
From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon
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