devastate

Example Sentences

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Ellen Rudolph and her husband, Steve Lewis, were still trying to repair their Pacific Palisades home and rebuild their lives after last year’s fires when, two months later, the devastating news came.

From Los Angeles Times

"It's a devastated group. We are in the lap of gods now. We haven't been at our best. We will watch the Zimbabwe vs Ireland game and hope."

From BBC

In a post on social media two years ago, Swift described the cancellation of her Vienna tour dates as "devastating".

From BBC

“This should be the only agenda item. This will give the public the time to engage and understand these devastating proposed cuts.”

From Los Angeles Times

The force said it would "instigate investigations if directed by the courts and responsible authorities", adding: "As always, our thoughts are with Oki's family and friends who remain devastated by their loss."

From BBC