destructive

Example Sentences

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“But, in the end, we lose our humanity when we are thrilled by the destructive power of our military.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

“We have here social media that takes the vulnerable and goes after them in destructive ways. It’s as easy as A B C.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

In the 20th Century, Germany used its powerful armies to wage some of the most destructive wars in human history, laying waste to much of the continent and killing millions.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

The category four system was forecast to bring "destructive wind gusts and heavy rainfall" to some coastal areas, the bureau said.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

A destructive El Nino episode in about 1100 a.d. made irrigation impossible for a while.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann