disastrous
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The more you use the model, the greater the likelihood of something disastrous happening.
From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026
Scientists say emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases warm up the planet, causing potentially disastrous climate changes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
The couple spent £75,000 on the disastrous project in total, of which £28,000 was repairing the mess left by Figg and £3,000 in legal fees.
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026
The result of the judge’s decision in this case was disastrous.
From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026
When I’d fallen into that trap before, at the US Secret Classic in 2013, the results had been disastrous.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
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