turn of events
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A deadly outbreak on a cruise ship has been a worrying turn of events for all of us who lived through a global pandemic.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
It is a radical turn of events for businesses that started 2026 forecasting that travel demand would fuel strong profits and touting plans to expand routes and open new lounges.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026
Still mathematically possible, as the Leeds manager said, but barring the most remarkable turn of events the Whites have done enough.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
Wall Street traders who have been pricing in “absolute chaos” for markets as the Iran conflict enters its second week are likely to end up disappointed barring a dramatic turn of events.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 9, 2026
Even some of Sufi Mohammad’s own followers were unhappy with this turn of events.
From "Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai
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