misfortune
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Whether Norris' misfortune leads to a change, such as ensuring that a VSC is deployed for at least one whole lap, remains to be seen.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
At the time of her misfortune, I was book editor of the Los Angeles Times.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 27, 2026
The Dodgers have spent enough to accumulate a surplus of elite players built to withstand virtually any misfortune.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
Many note how much of the content has focused on the perpetrators - not the victims - of the crimes, and the inherent exploitation that comes from profiting from other people's misfortune.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2026
Of enjoyment at the fact that his brother-in-law’s money couldn’t protect him from this misfortune?
From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides
Back pain, difficult childbirth, dental crowding and sinus infections are not random misfortunes.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 11, 2026
Until now, Ferguson - invariably known as Fergie - has been a great survivor in royal circles and has bounced back repeatedly from misfortunes.
From BBC ● Mar. 20, 2026
The festival comes with many traditions, including deep-cleaning the house beforehand to sweep away the old year's misfortunes and welcome a fresh start.
From BBC ● Mar. 19, 2026
Accidents and misfortunes, especially being captured in wartime, could lead to enslavement.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 28, 2025
If faith held true, this meant his misfortunes had only just begun, whether she minded her tongue or not.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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