great scandal
definitions
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A large-scale event involving wrongdoing, corruption, or immoral behavior that causes widespread public outrage and damages the reputation of those involved.fr: Grand scandale
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A situation that results in a significant loss of honor, dignity, or social standing for a person or institution.fr: Grand déshonneur
examples
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The politician's involvement in the bribery scheme caused a great scandal.
L'implication du politicien dans le système de corruption a provoqué un grand scandale.
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For the ancient family, the betrayal was considered a great scandal.
Pour la vieille famille, la trahison était considérée comme un grand déshonneur.