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Destroy Definition & Meaning

1. To cause complete ruin or annihilation of something.

Example: The earthquake destroyed the entire city.

2. To break down or demolish something beyond repair.

Example: The wrecking ball destroyed the old building.

3. To eliminate or obliterate something completely.

Example: The virus destroyed all the data on my computer.

4. To defeat or overcome someone or something completely.

Example: The champion boxer destroyed his opponent in the ring.

5. To cause great emotional or psychological harm to someone.

Example: The harsh criticism destroyed her confidence.

Examples of the word destroy used in sentences.

  • The dog destroyed my favorite shoes.
  • The fire destroyed the forest.
  • The storm destroyed my house.
  • The virus destroyed all of my data.
  • The earthquake destroyed the city.
  • The fire destroyed the entire forest.
  • The virus could destroy the entire population if not contained.
  • The earthquake destroyed many houses.
  • The strong wind destroyed the garden fence.
  • The heavy rain destroyed the roads, making it difficult to travel.
  • The accidental launch of a missile could destroy a whole city.
  • The hurricane destroyed many houses along the coast.
  • The fire destroyed the entire building in just a few hours.
  • The company's reckless decisions almost destroyed its reputation.
  • The virus can destroy your computer's operating system.
  • The reckless driver destroyed my car in a collision. (Vehicle accident)
  • The athlete's injury has destroyed her chances of competing in the Olympics. (Sports injury)
  • The hacker attempted to destroy the company's entire database. (Cybersecurity)
  • The earthquake destroyed most of the buildings in the city center. (Natural disaster)
  • The toxic waste disposal plant is destroying the local environment. (Environmental pollution)
  • Years of neglect and mismanagement have destroyed the once thriving community.
  • The fire department responded quickly and prevented the fire from destroying the historical building.
  • The war has destroyed countless lives and families, leaving deep scars that will never heal.
  • The virus has the potential to destroy the world as we know it, if we don't take appropriate measures to contain it.
  • The hurricane destroyed the entire coastal town, leaving behind only rubble and debris.
  • The young athlete's career-ending injury destroyed his dreams of ever competing at an Olympic level.
  • The wildfires have ravaged the forests and destroyed a significant portion of the habitat of countless species, leaving them on the brink of extinction.
  • The malicious hackers exploited a critical vulnerability in the company's system and managed to destroy a significant amount of sensitive data.
  • The ruthless dictator's sole objective was to destroy any form of opposition and establish complete control over the country.
  • The pandemic managed to destroy many small businesses, leaving millions of families struggling to make ends meet.
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