befall

Example Sentences

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In the wake of 9/11, when many feared and no one knew what might befall us, he helped harden the country and prevent attacks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 4, 2025

Despite efforts to retain much of its historic character, the 14-year project proved controversial with one architectural expert branding the demolition "the greatest architectural crime to befall London in the 20th Century".

From BBC • Sep. 16, 2025

It was a tragic prophecy of what was to befall the couple's fifth child, Victoria.

From BBC • Jul. 14, 2025

The apparent assassination plot is the second such incident to befall Trump this year.

From Salon • Sep. 16, 2024

A shipboard accident might still befall Yul-Bayur on the journey back.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo