twist of fate

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In an ironic twist of fate, shortly after giving his testimony he was arrested by a dedicated police unit set up earlier this year to investigate referrals and evidence arising from the inquiry.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Now, by a twist of fate, former officials are facing trial in the same place.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

In a fun twist of fate, Mark McCandless, the grandson of the original tile designer, installed the red and blue stoneware on the fountain using his grandfather’s tools.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 26, 2025

In a cruel twist of fate, Wilson’s victory was short-lived.

From Salon • Jan. 11, 2025

Before hanging up, she told me that in a cruel twist of fate her mother had fallen gravely ill as well.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama