demise
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/dɪˈmaɪz/
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/dɪˈmaɪz/
the end or failure of something like a business or an idea.
The small shop faced its demise after a large mall opened nearby.
这家小商店在一家大型商场附近开业后面临着倒闭。
the death of a person.
The novel describes the hero's brave demise.
这部小说描述了英雄的勇敢死亡。