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disastrous

[dih-zas-truhs, -zah-struhs] / dɪˈzæs trəs, -ˈzɑ strəs /


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Healey is the sixth government minister to resign since Labour's disastrous showing in last month's elections.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

A previous commission candidate dropped out of the running after a disastrous hearing before the council.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

While holding 22% of your assets in cash seems like a lot, it’s far from disastrous.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

It’s also a terrible, deteriorating market for auto makers, and the country isn’t only exporting its vehicles, it’s exporting its disastrous market dynamics.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Neither Ron nor Hermione was at all sympathetic when Harry told them of this disastrous interview.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling




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