undoing

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The consternation that his relationship, and subsequent marriage, to the girl triggers among the town inhabitants will ultimately lead to Kenrex’s long-delayed undoing.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

OK, the Chargers didn’t race to the podium to select offensive linemen — their undoing last season — but they have remade their offensive line anyway.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

Granted, the simplicity of Arnold’s portfolio could be its undoing.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

Each pregnancy began with quiet anticipation and ended in its undoing.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

Xan tore down the road, her old bones groaning, undoing spell after spell, before she caught up to the wayward girl.

From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill