devastation

Example Sentences

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Witnesses testified about the devastation caused by a nationwide downturn in television and film production that has hit California particularly hard.

From The Wall Street Journal

As “Alpha” reaches its stylish, dreamlike ending, she hits upon an absorbing final image that suggests the collective sorrow and emotional devastation our recent plague years have wrought.

From Los Angeles Times

Sarah Gunther, Angela Shellis's sister, told Roberts: "I hope in time you can come to understand the full consequences of your actions, and the pain and devastation they have caused to so many people."

From BBC

When Patrick Dorgu levelled it there was a scene of devastation in the Scotland box.

From BBC

"The devastation of her loss to us, her family and friends is immeasurable."

From BBC