decimated
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Fin whales, which are the second largest species of whale behind blue whales, are endangered after decades of commercial whaling decimated their population, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 13, 2026
While much of the pre-tournament noise centred on the omission of Jake Connor and England's long-running halves debate, very little focus was given to a decimated forward pack and other notable absentees.
From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2026
The rise of Japanese low-cost SLR cameras decimated the German industry in the 1960s and 1970s.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 27, 2026
Almost 250 people died, while vineyards, orange groves and plots used to grow Albufera rice, an essential paella ingredient, were decimated.
From Barron's ● Sep. 26, 2026
Ravka’s Grisha soldiers had been decimated during the war.
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
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