disastrous
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But the Emmys have not been hosted by a non-comedian since 2008, when five reality hosts landed the gig with disastrous results.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026
Former England captain Michael Vaughan said that Pakistan were "clearly shot for confidence" after such a disastrous morning.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026
Airlines are starting to balk at the growing risk of a disastrous accident in Russian airspace.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026
He missed only six games because of injury in his career, all because of due to an ankle injury he suffered during the Rams’ disastrous 2022 Super Bowl-hangover season.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 30, 2026
All areas within the fire ant control area, whether treated with heptachlor or dieldrin, reported disastrous effects on aquatic life.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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