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as in devastation
the state or fact of being rendered nonexistent, physically unsound, or useless
the violent storm resulted in the destruction of their tree house
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as in downfall
something that is the cause of one's ultimate failure or loss of life
alcohol will be her destruction if we don't intervene to help her
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Recent Examples of destruction
Several Missouri defense attorneys interviewed by The Star agreed that similar acts of property destruction have typically been prosecuted in state court, where punishments tend to be less severe.
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David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 23 June 2025
The destruction of statues of the ancient Egyptian Queen Hatshepsut may not after all have been part of a campaign of retribution by her nephew and successor, King Thutmose III, archaeologists have claimed.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
But a number of news outlets have cautioned that a full damage assessment has not been completed, although satellite imagery showed extensive destruction.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 23 June 2025
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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David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 23 June 2025
The destruction of statues of the ancient Egyptian Queen Hatshepsut may not after all have been part of a campaign of retribution by her nephew and successor, King Thutmose III, archaeologists have claimed.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
But a number of news outlets have cautioned that a full damage assessment has not been completed, although satellite imagery showed extensive destruction.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 23 June 2025
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for destruction
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While there’s no telling what the next two films might have in store for her character, knowing the traditionalism of ritualism of the village, there is perhaps some allusion to Arthur’s sister Morgana, who became his downfall.—
Richard Newby,
HollywoodReporter,
23 June 2025
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But Dehghani speculated that such a move would probably expand the war and end in Khamenei’s downfall, as a rival faction would then be motivated to seize the reins and seek peace with the United States.—
Arash Azizi,
The Atlantic,
22 June 2025
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The bacteria causing havoc for summer swimmers include E.coli and Enterococcus — nasty germs often found in the feces of people and animals.—
Shreya Srinivasan,
NBC news,
3 July 2025
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Cilic was never in the contest because of a foot blister that was causing havoc with pain and movement, something that was imperative against the balletic Federer.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Charged with gun possession and bribing a witness, Mr. Combs stood trial for seven weeks in early 2001, facing the possibility of 15 years in prison — and, possibly, the ruination of his career.—
Ben Sisario,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Fetterman and McCormick set for high-stakes Pennsylvania forum MAJOR HEADLINES ‘DAMAGING DECISION’ – Trump says tariff ruling could lead to 'economic ruination' of US.—
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FOXNews.com,
2 June 2025
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The executives expect demolition to begin in 2026, with the project completed in five to seven years.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
30 June 2025
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Landmarks Illinois called attention to Oak Cottage two years ago as one of nine culturally and architecturally significant sites across the state that faces demolition and is worth preserving.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2025
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Using models, the authors estimated the impact of USAID funding on deaths from 2001 to 2021.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
1 July 2025
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Ashton Town Football Club, which plays in Division One North of the North West Counties League, released a statement on social media confirming the death of 47-year-old Wright, the wife of team chairman Chris Wright.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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Loss of habitat, for any species, is the largest cause of extinction.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
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After decades of habitat destruction, unregulated hunting and industrial expansion, federal officials had already flagged more than 70 species at risk of extinction—with many more lining up behind them.—
Christine Peterson,
Wired News,
5 July 2025
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The 17th hole proved to be Hatton’s undoing as the Englishman drove the ball into the rough on the downslope of a greenside bunker.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
15 June 2025
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As with the first meeting, the third quarter proved to be the Sparks’ undoing.—
Anthony De Leon,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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Gauff, by contrast, was 20-3 at that stage, including a loss to Sofia Kenin at Wimbledon in 2023.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
1 July 2025
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Businesses unknowingly employ these fictitious vendors, incurring massive financial losses and data breaches.—
Steve Durbin,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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“Destruction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/destruction. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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