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twist of fate

NOUN
reversal of fortune
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In an ironic twist of fate, shortly after giving his testimony he was arrested by a dedicated police unit set up earlier this year to investigate referrals and evidence arising from the inquiry.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Gjoshe meanwhile is determined to remain upbeat, rather than dwelling on the cruel twist of fate that has disrupted his footballing career.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

That twist of fate came after last year’s unprecedented mid-decade rejiggering of California’s congressional districts.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

In a cruel twist of fate, Wilson’s victory was short-lived.

From Salon • Jan. 11, 2025

Before hanging up, she told me that in a cruel twist of fate her mother had fallen gravely ill as well.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama



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