destroying

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The review called it a "true hate story" and noted that "while the romantic relationship is the staging point for all the dramatic tension, the more interesting story is about the friendship it's destroying".

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

The same month, a New York court convicted Lu Jianwang, a U.S. citizen, for his part in setting up a police station in New York on behalf of China, and obstructing justice by destroying evidence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

The two countries would also coordinate on removing and destroying Iran's enriched uranium, he said, adding that "no money will be exchanged, until further notice."

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

Horvath has been a vocal advocate for victims of the Palisades fire, which ignited Jan. 7, 2025, destroying nearly 7,000 buildings and killing 12.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

A cement and brick pillbox had been built down by the river, right on the bend, among the sedges, destroying the nests of the teal and the gray wagtails.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan