star-crossed
Example Sentences
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Butt had signed a one-year deal with the Chicago Bears last month after four star-crossed seasons with the Denver Broncos.
From Seattle Times
That reality, however, didn’t dampen one momentous night for this star-crossed franchise and the fans who love it.
From Washington Post
Thursday night’s swim could have been the last of Lochte’s storied and star-crossed career had he finished outside the top eight after the semis.
From Washington Post
This 1961 film offers a decidedly American take on the tragic star-crossed lovers theme at the center of Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet.”
From Washington Post
Corvette racing aficionados hold this car in special regard since it had vanished for nearly 40 years after its star-crossed debut at the 1960 24 Hours of Le Mans race.
From New York Times
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