downfall

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What ultimately led to her downfall, I think, were the separation of powers and the Fifth and Sixth amendments.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

Still, the post-Oscar slump exists nonetheless, fueled by a world that enjoys building people up before laughing at their downfall.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

But Norwich doesn’t ignore the republic’s bumblers and stumblers and the “sad, feckless men” who presided over its downfall in 1797.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

Following Mugabe's downfall, it represented the country's foreign affairs and international trade ministry for several years to improve US relations.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

Hot pursuit would be Seabiscuit’s downfall, but holding back might hand the race to Special Agent.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand