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Downfall

/dˈaʊˌnfɔl/
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(noun) A precipitous decline in fortune; death or rapid deterioration, as in status or wealth.

Drink brought about his downfall.
When he was at the acme of his career, a scandal brought about his downfall.
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Drink brought about his ____.

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