damaging

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An amber wind warning has been issued for Saturday evening as Storm Dave is expected to bring "disruptive and potentially damaging winds" to parts of the UK.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The Los Angeles County Superior Court was hit by a ransomware attack in 2024 that infected its computer system with damaging software, forcing it to shut down for two days.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Anthony White KC, who represented Associated in court, said many of the most damaging allegations would no longer be sustainable.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

A Rio de Janeiro court has overturned a fine of more than $3 million against football star Neymar for allegedly damaging the environment by building an artificial lake at his mansion.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

If captivity is damaging his spirit, I just hope for an intact body and will do what I can for the rest, later on.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver