The Jews had new rules put down. Jews had to stop their business, and were forced to wear yellow stars.
If I'm understanding you correctly (sorry, I'm new at this) It sounds like you are describing an accident that either didn't actually happen, or was minor compared to what could have happened. I would call this a "near miss" or "close call"
Explanation:
For example: I had a near miss today when a dog ran out in front of me.
Or: He had a close call when his foot almost slipped over the edge of the cliff.
Answer:
#9 - aplomb
#10 - Memorable (maybe eloquent, but the the use of 'simple' in the description basically contradicts the idea of its eloquence)
#11 - nadir
#12 - gyrate
Explanation:
definitions:
Aplomb: self-confidence or assurance, poise. memorable is self-explanatory. nadir: the lowest point; point of greatest adversity or despair.
gyrate: To move in a spiral or spirallike course.
