apocalyptic

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Weir’s apocalyptic story centers around a scientist-turned-junior-high-school science teacher named Ryland Grace, played in the movie by Gosling.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

One piece of data triggers optimism, followed just days, or hours, later by apocalyptic dread.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

However, the apocalyptic beliefs surrounding these books are far more recent.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

“I don’t see some of those apocalyptic numbers yet,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 9, 2026

Such apocalyptic scenarios have invited skepticism since Henry Dobyns first drew them to wide attention.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann