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disaster

Definition

  • noun: something (such as a flood, tornado, fire, plane crash, etc.) that happens suddenly and causes much suffering or loss to many people
  • noun: an unfavorable aspect of a planet or star
  • synonyms: mishap, misadventure, misfortune

Examples

  • Opponents say the government's policy is 'a disaster waiting to happen'. [=something that will probably have a very bad or tragic result]

  • The government's policy is 'a recipe for disaster'. = The government is 'flirting with disaster' by pursuing this policy.

  • The earthquake was one of the worst 'natural disasters' [=a disaster caused by natural forces] of this century.

Movie quotes

  • (..) to build the circus. You understand this is sacred land. These are Judean graves. I'm informing Pilate. If you rule as occupiers, you will be met with disaster, I promise. Are you as treasonous as you are useless? JUDAH: That's my brother's bow. You should be resting. I'm fine. (..)
    2016 Ben-Hur