demolished

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It began construction in September, and by October, the entire East Wing had been demolished.

From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026

His administration is appealing a federal judge’s decision last month to block construction of the ballroom, slated at the site of the now demolished East Wing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Architectural landmarks and art, including mosaics, frescoes and sculptures, have been rapidly demolished.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

So the residents face the real threat of seeing their homes demolished at some point in the next decade, and the village potentially vanishing.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Jerry didn’t know a thing about karate, except in his wildest dreams when he demolished his foes without mercy.

From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier