at the worst
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In other sports we are having an extended conversation about Olympic pressure, and whether there’s something about Games which causes even the best to unravel at the worst possible time.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026
Investors tend to panic sell at the worst possible times because they rely on others for their stock tips.
From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026
She portrayed herself as a loud and proud champion of ordinary people looking at the worst Westminster behaviour in disgust.
From BBC • Sep. 6, 2025
While he had been present for much of the overnight session to pass the bill, he apparently nodded off at the worst possible time.
From Salon • May 22, 2025
Magic had a tendency to fail...and usually at the worst possible time.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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