course of events
Example Sentences
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Whether the war’s early unpopularity will change the course of events, though, remains an open question.
From Slate • Mar. 11, 2026
In the ordinary course of events, it would take about 100 days to get a new Fed chair confirmed, Clifton said.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 16, 2026
"As for the other individuals who are in police custody, they are people who may be able to provide us with information about the course of events."
From Barron's • Oct. 30, 2025
In the case of criminal contempt, Prof Tsai said the normal course of events would be to refer the issue for prosecution by the justice department, which is run by Attorney General Pam Bondi.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2025
If this course of events went on, they would soon be rich and could own a car.
From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson
