The cause, force, principle, or divine will that predetermines events.
The effect, consequence, outcome, or inevitable
events predetermined by this cause.
Destiny (perhaps connotes death, ruin, misfortune, etc.).
Accept your fate.
The three goddesses (The Fates) of classic European mythology who are said to
control the fate of human beings.
Gift it
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