destroy

Example Sentences

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This followed a statement by the defence minister, Israel Katz, who said Israeli forces had been instructed to destroy the crossings over the Litani river that were being used by Hezbollah to send reinforcements.

From BBC

"The attacks targeted dozens of water transmission and treatment facilities and destroyed parts of critical water supply networks," he said, adding that repairs were under way.

From Barron's

Bass was on a diplomatic trip to Ghana when the Palisades fire ignited on Jan. 7, 2025, killing 12 people and destroying thousands of homes.

From Los Angeles Times

Asked about the possibility of a change of government in Iran, she said, “The people want it but I am not sure because they are also destroying Iran.”

From The Wall Street Journal

In conflict areas, farmers have accused herders of deliberately destroying crops.

From BBC