downfall

Example Sentences

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He said he was a "strong supporter" of the BBC and that Davie was "a supreme talent", but that the outgoing director general had "a blind spot on editorial failings" that led to his downfall.

From BBC

A thrilling epic of both visual scope and narrative to spotlight the downfall of a man who’s demanded upon to deliver the horrors of science, “Oppenheimer” is one of the best films of the year.

From Washington Times

During hours of tearful testimony on Tuesday, Grace Jabbari traced the downfall of her relationship with Majors, who she described as a “kind and loving” partner increasingly unable to control his “violent temper.”

From Washington Times

Burnley's possession-based style of football is admirable but individual errors have left them in the league position they find themselves in and it was another mistake that led to their downfall here.

From BBC

Georgia: As was the case two years ago, the second quarter was the Bulldogs’ downfall.

From Seattle Times