annus horribilis
The phrase "annus horribilis" is a Latin term meaning "horrible year." It is commonly used to describe a year that has been exceptionally difficult or disastrous for an individual, organization, or society. It was famously used by Queen Elizabeth II in 1992 to describe the challenges faced by the British royal family during that year.
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