downfall

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What ultimately led to her downfall, I think, were the separation of powers and the Fifth and Sixth amendments.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

Both the US and UK had recessions that lasted from 1973 to 1975, with the crisis contributing to the downfall of Ted Heath's Conservative government in 1974.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Still, the post-Oscar slump exists nonetheless, fueled by a world that enjoys building people up before laughing at their downfall.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

For a few months, Zhang stood alone as China’s most powerful military officer until his own downfall in January.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

How many times had Matt entertained himself with thoughts of Tom’s downfall?

From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer