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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

The “Bachelorette” debacle is a harsh baptism for the new leadership at Disney—Chief Executive Josh D’Amaro and President and Chief Creative Officer Dana Walden.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

Human rights advocates had hoped the Kunduz debacle would force the U.S. military into taking concrete steps to protect civilians during U.S. combat operations.

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2026

After the debacle in Rome, Scotland have come good.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

It was a few short months after the Minerva Goodacre debacle, but Harry looked as if his broken heart had mended.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly