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debacle

[dey-, -bak-uhl, duh-, dee-bah-kuhl] / deɪ-, -ˈbæk əl, də-, diˈbɑ kəl /


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That’s a pretty clear sign that Castel wants to investigate this debacle and hold those behind it responsible.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

Stuart Murphy, the chief executive of the Scottish Football Fans Association, described the situation as a "debacle" and says it is not fair on the majority of match-going fans.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

Crockett called the CBS debacle at the time a “boost” for Talarico.

From Salon • Mar. 3, 2026

With the city facing multiple lawsuits over the billing debacle, Clark helped oversee a friendly class-action lawsuit against the city, the judge found.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

Or given me any assignment after my debacle with Luzan, much less one with a man like John Kwang, with whom I might so easily identify?

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee