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
Evelyn also was upset by the turn of events, her mother said, “but she didn’t cry.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
His performances - barring an unexpected turn of events - have secured the 23-year-old a starting berth in the England team for this summer's World Cup.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
Instead of feeling distraught over this turn of events, moreover, McCandless was exhilarated: He saw the flash flood as an opportunity to shed unnecessary baggage.
From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer
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