damage

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The residents initially complained about the intruders "causing damage and leaving rubbish in communal areas".

From BBC

Ambassador Nikki Haley warned that racially inflammatory content damages the party’s credibility.

From Salon

More damaging was the April 2004 seizure of 10 truckloads of weapons in Chittagong - the largest arms haul in Bangladesh's history - allegedly destined for Indian rebel groups.

From BBC

The expropriations, along with the firings, consolidated state control of the oil sector and, experts say, drained the country of expertise and investment, inflicting lasting damage.

From Los Angeles Times

Replanting and repairing the damage without gasoline for tractors or electricity for irrigation is nearly impossible.

From Salon