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apocalyptic

[uh-pok-uh-lip-tik] / əˌpɒk əˈlɪp tɪk /
ADJECTIVE
fateful
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"For some this is an apocalyptic event, for others it seems to be a lot of hype," Martin told the BBC.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

The upbeat vibe is markedly different from the apocalyptic, at times murderous, sci-fi of today.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

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

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

There are reasons to question the most apocalyptic forecasts.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026

Or so it seems to his father as, on a fan-cooled veranda, he entertains apocalyptic thoughts of marching armies, a new dynasty, the end of society as they know it.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen




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