catastrophic
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The report said 2026 provided "stark reminders" that climate change affects everyone, from extreme heat and wildfires in Europe to the catastrophic glacial flooding in Nepal.
From Barron's ● Nov. 4, 2026
In the moment, as the Roma fans celebrated, and Manchester United trailed 2-0, it seemed catastrophic for the club and terminal for Carrick's position as head coach.
From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026
Currie’s recommendation to cash in now is mainly because “escalation would be so catastrophic for food and supply chains that neither side will pursue it, while a lasting deal is equally elusive.”
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 3, 2026
The law was passed by Gov. Gavin Newsom and lawmakers to protect utilities from bankruptcy if their power lines spark a catastrophic fire.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026
On the one hand conservationists and many wildlife biologists assert that the losses have been severe and in some cases even catastrophic.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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