No. 10,952 in German
schicksalsspiel
"Schicksalsspiel" means a "decisive or fateful game."
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Das heutige Spiel ist für die Mannschaft ein wahres Schicksalsspiel.
Today's game is truly a decisive match for the team.
Here, 'Schicksalsspiel' refers to a game that determines the team's future success or failure in their journey, emphasizing the importance and stakes of the event.
Ein Schicksalsspiel kann großen Druck auf die Spieler ausüben.
A decisive match can place significant pressure on the players.
In this sentence, 'Schicksalsspiel' highlights the emotional and psychological impact of an important match on the participants.
Die Zuschauer bereiten sich auf das Schicksalsspiel mit großer Spannung vor.
The spectators are preparing for the decisive match with great anticipation.
'Schicksalsspiel' in this instance underlines the excitement it generates among the audience due to its critical nature.
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