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ruinous

[roo-uh-nuhs] / ˈru ə nəs /


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That’s how fast it is supposed to be able to grow without stoking ruinous inflation.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 20, 2026

Ye ran through the ruinous effects of his injury and subsequent diagnosis, saying it caused him to avoid seeking the help he needed.

From Salon • Jan. 26, 2026

Abe's shocking death while giving a speech in broad daylight prompted investigations into the Unification Church and its questionable practices, including soliciting financially ruinous donations from its followers.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

I won’t spoil how, but it’s emotionally ruinous for the people involved, even if Mr. Laxe stages it with a bit of cheapening suspense.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 13, 2025

The Tower of Ousts was the most ruinous of Harrenhal's five immense towers.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin




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