disastrous
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While holding 22% of your assets in cash seems like a lot, it’s far from disastrous.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
Prior to this road trip, the furthest my dog had traveled from home was Mississippi — about two hours away — for a disastrous night in a cabin I’d rented for my ex’s 40th birthday.
From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026
He is confronted by the American meteorologist Krick, who disagrees with him about the potentially disastrous forecast.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 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
Frodo had a sudden fear that in his present mood he might even mention the Ring; and that might well be disastrous.
From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien
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