debacle

Example Sentences

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That debacle is the reason why the NFL’s preparation for a potential lockout is now months ahead of where it was 14 years ago.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

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

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

Half an hour after the latest Scotland debacle in Dublin, Jack Dempsey walked up the touchline at the Aviva Stadium in his underpants.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 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

As Fischer’s losses and draws mounted, it became clear that he was having the most disastrous tournament of his adult career, perhaps even worse than his Buenos Aires debacle.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady