day of reckoning
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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The memory chip shortage day of reckoning is upon us.
From Barron's ● Jun. 1, 2026
On the morning of his own day of reckoning, McIlroy spent the hours before his career-defining day watching sport.
From BBC ● Apr. 13, 2025
“Yesterday was a very stark statement that evil may linger, but there will always be a day of reckoning where good will triumph over evil.”
From Salon ● Mar. 22, 2025
To be fair, Woods’ day of reckoning might not be far off.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2024
Well, this was the only good thing that had happened to me since Granny woke me up at three a.m. and told me that the day of reckoning had arrived.
From "Louisiana's Way Home" by Kate DiCamillo
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