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as in demolishes
to bring to a complete end the physical soundness, existence, or usefulness of
they practically destroyed the safe in order to get at the money inside their poor scores on the final exam destroyed any chance they might have had to pass the course
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as in ravages
to bring destruction to (something) through violent action
wildfires destroyed thousands of acres in forests across the state
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as in kills
to deprive of life
regrettably, the veterinarian was forced to destroy the injured horse
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Recent Examples of destroys
After hundreds to thousands of years, the feeding black hole or neutron star falls into the stellar core and destroys it, creating a luminous emission.
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Robert Lea, Space.com, 8 May 2026
Federal debt destroys wealth and impedes economic growth.
—Rose Evans
may 6, Idaho Statesman, 6 May 2026
Sprinkle dill over your food after cooking, as heat destroys its flavor.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 30 Apr. 2026
Cody Rhodes destroys ‘outside forces’ in scathing promo Cody Rhodes’ promos in the midst of Pat McAfee’s insertion into his WrestleMania feud with Randy Orton blurred the line on what was real and what was kayfabe.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Radiation destroys cell walls and other key molecular structures within the body.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 26 Apr. 2026
Levine Cava said the Kelly Tractor project destroys too many wetlands and bypasses county rules on approving development proposed outside Miami-Dade’s Urban Development Boundary.
—Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
The novel begins with a deadly fire that destroys two tenements.
—Danielle Parker, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
But most apple cider vinegar sold in stores is pasteurized, meaning it has been heated in a way that destroys those probiotics, Ehsani says.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026
Robert Lea, Space.com, 8 May 2026
Federal debt destroys wealth and impedes economic growth.
—Rose Evans
may 6, Idaho Statesman, 6 May 2026
Sprinkle dill over your food after cooking, as heat destroys its flavor.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 30 Apr. 2026
Cody Rhodes destroys ‘outside forces’ in scathing promo Cody Rhodes’ promos in the midst of Pat McAfee’s insertion into his WrestleMania feud with Randy Orton blurred the line on what was real and what was kayfabe.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Radiation destroys cell walls and other key molecular structures within the body.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 26 Apr. 2026
Levine Cava said the Kelly Tractor project destroys too many wetlands and bypasses county rules on approving development proposed outside Miami-Dade’s Urban Development Boundary.
—Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2026
The novel begins with a deadly fire that destroys two tenements.
—Danielle Parker, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
But most apple cider vinegar sold in stores is pasteurized, meaning it has been heated in a way that destroys those probiotics, Ehsani says.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for destroys
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The latest filing demolishes the timeworn claim that DOGE was infiltrated into Social Security in order to responsibly ferret out fraud and overspending.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2026
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If the city demolishes the building, the costs will be assessed to the property owner.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
30 Sep. 2025
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Greenhouses provide protection from scourges like tomato blight, which ravages otherwise beautiful crops in areas with cool, rainy weather.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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Over time, toxins accumulate, and the genetic disorder ravages children’s organs, including their heart — and in many cases, their brain, leading to dementia-like symptoms.—
Elizabeth Chuck,
NBC news,
1 Apr. 2026
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Instead of accepting a deal to leave New York for good, Fisk embarks on a murder spree and kills anyone protesting his power.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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There's a gut-punching element of tragedy, too, as Loki kills his real father, Laufey (Colm Feore), then appears to plummet to his own death in the final act.—
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
6 May 2026
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Florida’s citrus industry has been in a steady decline the past 25 years because of Huanglongbing (also known as HLB and citrus greening disease), a bacterial disease that devastates citrus trees.—
Jim Turner,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Apr. 2026
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Kyiv residents endure long daily blackouts as Russia devastates the power system, leaving tower block dwellers freezing in apartments with no heat or light.—
Derek Gatopoulos,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Jan. 2026
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With the Land Rover Terrain Response System offering modes comprising Eco, Dynamic, Grass/Gravel/Snow, Mud & Ruts, Sand, Rock Crawl, and Wade, the tech takes the geographic and meteorological elements and slays them with a flick of a control.—
John Scott Lewinski,
Robb Report,
8 Apr. 2026
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Shortly after becoming husband and wife, Grace milks another loophole in the hide-and-seek rulebook and slays Titus, thereby sending the rest of the High Council to slaughter at the hands of their demonic overlord, Le Bail.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Mar. 2026
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Related Stories The film shatters stereotypical visuals of space, veering away from cold and desaturated colors, and using warmer tones such as orange.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
31 Mar. 2026
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His refusal to take the curse seriously shatters her trust, leaving her questioning their entire relationship.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Mar. 2026
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But the beetles don't come back after the evil WESAYSO corporation ruins their habitat.—
Victoria Edel,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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On Bolivia’s Isla del Sol, simple guesthouses and boutique hotels overlook Incan ruins and the seemingly endless blue water.—
Carla Vianna,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Apr. 2026
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Sergei Bubka of the Soviet Union breaks his world outdoor pole vault record and Seppo Raty of Finland smashes the world javelin record during the Toto International Super Track and Field Meet in Japan.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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Before the opening credits roll, Creasy smashes his car into a concrete barrier.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Destroys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/destroys. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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