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Fateful

usgb/ˈfeɪtfl/Volume
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Negative Outcome

Often suggests bad results are likely or have occurred after an action or decision.

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His fateful mistake cost the company millions.
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Dramatic Tone

Used to add drama or significance to an event that changes a situation drastically.

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The game reached its fateful conclusion in the last second.
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Serious Consequences

Implies that the consequences are serious and will have a lasting impact.

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A fateful encounter that changed the course of history.
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