damaging

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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

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

Everton fans say the scenario is "damaging supporter accessibility, matchday experience, and long-term engagement".

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Iranian missiles struck Shell’s Pearl gas-to-liquids facility in Qatar, damaging one production line expected to be shut for at least a year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

“I suspect that it is ultimately very damaging to the soul.”

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole