devastate

Example Sentences

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Adler says at last 180 writers have now said they will no longer take part in the festival, devastating its programme.

From BBC

Humayra Ali, 29, said her family were "devastated" and heartbroken, adding: "My first thought was how scared my father must have been in that one split moment before his life was lost."

From BBC

The couple were placed under criminal investigation days after the devastating fire.

From BBC

“There is high potential for debris striking an aircraft resulting in devastating loss of the aircraft, flight crew, and passengers,” wrote Steve Jangelis, a pilot and aviation safety chair.

From Salon

US banking associations say capping rates will make it harder for people to access credit and be "devastating" for millions of families and small businesses.

From BBC