catastrophic
Example Sentences
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Afonydd Cymru said it was "particularly encouraged" by this proposal, with inappropriate spreading of this material among the "chief contributors to high nutrient levels in Welsh rivers" as well as causing "specific, catastrophic incidents".
From BBC
"Why was he willing to speak to the BBC in a one-hour catastrophic television interview, but is not willing to speak to law enforcement?,"
From BBC
There is always a possibility of a more catastrophic eruption than what the rocks have recorded.
From Literature
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"Ceasing MSF activities is going to be catastrophic for the people of the Gaza Strip and the West Bank".
From Barron's
"If that duty of care is breached, the consequences can be catastrophic."
From Barron's
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