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James says he "didn't expect everything to go wrong", recalling the explosive conflict that broke out in June 2025.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Without enough B12, things can go wrong, sometimes seriously, especially if deficiency is not recognized and treated.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

But this lonely and beautiful bridge is a reminder that treating mental health problems is a complex challenge that can have catastrophic consequences if things go wrong.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

War is always treated as the ultimate activity of the state, with much apocalyptic hand-wringing when wars go wrong.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

“And we do it,” David continued, “because we know that during an operation, everything that might go wrong will.”

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older




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