ruined
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We pored over every frame of the Spurs’ first-round series win over the Portland Trail Blazers to see just how many times Wembanyama had ruined his opponents’ plans.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026
“This man’s life shouldn’t be ruined over this,” Nikki Moore-DeVore said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
“No airline wants to be the Grinch that ruined summer vacation,” he said.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026
A divorce scandal in 1890 ruined Parnell’s political prospects, and hopes for a new Ireland went with him.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
“And I am pretty sure I just ruined things with the only person who can stand me that’s not you.”
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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