as in destruction
the state or fact of being rendered nonexistent, physically unsound, or useless
idealists who seek the annihilation of all forms of prejudice
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Recent Examples of annihilation
There’s even annihilation of the cryogenically frozen elites.
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Jordan Crucchiola, Vulture, 4 Apr. 2025
The Entity has divided people and countries to a staggering degree and Ethan is pretty much the only chance of staving off global nuclear annihilation.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 15 May 2025
In the months since Ethan evaded capture in Austria at the end of the last movie, the Entity has expanded its power, building a fanatical cult, sparking global violence and inching toward the annihilation of humankind.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2025
The only thing that saved them from complete annihilation was a $23 billion federal bailout program.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 1 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for annihilation
Jordan Crucchiola, Vulture, 4 Apr. 2025
The Entity has divided people and countries to a staggering degree and Ethan is pretty much the only chance of staving off global nuclear annihilation.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 15 May 2025
In the months since Ethan evaded capture in Austria at the end of the last movie, the Entity has expanded its power, building a fanatical cult, sparking global violence and inching toward the annihilation of humankind.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2025
The only thing that saved them from complete annihilation was a $23 billion federal bailout program.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 1 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for annihilation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for annihilation
Noun
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Confrontational rhetoric Salami was known for his aggressive rhetoric against both Israel and the United States, calling for the destruction of Israel as early as 2016.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2025
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The destruction of several strategic bombers is another reminder that Kyiv remains determined in its struggle against Moscow’s invasion.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
13 June 2025
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Under the Endangered Species Act, animals that are listed in danger of extinction are given protections — like the protection of critical habitat and prohibitions on hunting — and recovery plans.—
Clark Corbin,
Idaho Statesman,
12 June 2025
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The Pacific leatherback populations are most at risk of extinction.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
6 June 2025
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The adventurer turns out to be a wild champion of havoc who alienates friends and demolishes any social scene.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2025
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Suddenly, Nicky, who Chloe has erased from her life, is back in the picture and causing havoc as the police investigate the murder and zero in on Ethan, who had tensions with his father.—
Nina Metz Chicago Tribune,
Boston Herald,
9 June 2025
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The deal in question will see major revitalization of the state’s highway service plazas over the next several years, with several of the rest stop facilities scheduled for outright demolition and reconstruction.—
Matthew Medsger,
Boston Herald,
18 June 2025
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Not trophy assets but entire trophy cabinets—many of which, curiously, were once owned by the great robber barons of the 19th and 20th centuries, and almost all of which have a knack for irking neighbors with their various adjustments, demolitions, and surgical tweaks.—
CHOP CHOPPISH SHOP,
Air Mail,
14 June 2025
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Israel has also sustained losses, with officials saying that more than 24 people in Israel have been killed and hundreds more were injured by Iran's strikes, one of which hit a major Israeli hospital on Thursday.—
Sonam Sheth
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
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Even a moderate amount of weight loss can make a difference.—
Wendy Wisner,
Health,
20 June 2025
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“Annihilation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/annihilation. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.
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