debacle

Example Sentences

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That’s a pretty clear sign that Castel wants to investigate this debacle and hold those behind it responsible.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

Both these jobs entailed prolonged, ego-deflating battles; both ended in professional debacle.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

After the debacle in Rome, Scotland have come good.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

Crockett called the CBS debacle at the time a “boost” for Talarico.

From Salon • Mar. 3, 2026

Or given me any assignment after my debacle with Luzan, much less one with a man like John Kwang, with whom I might so easily identify?

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee