downfall

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But both supporters and critics of Becerra struggle to explain exactly how or why he became the main beneficiary of Swalwell’s downfall.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Along with the implosion of hedge fund Archegos, the Greensill collapse marked one of two black eyes that year for Credit Suisse, contributing to its own downfall in 2023.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

And there is another factor which could potentially lead to Sinner's downfall - fatigue.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

The musician predicted his downfall earlier in the week, admitting that his synth-driven track was "Marmite - you either love it or hate it".

From BBC • May 17, 2026

Wishing, therefore, to reply to these objections, I shall discuss the characteristics of several emperors, showing the reasons for their downfall, which are not different from those that I myself have already presented.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli