ruins

Example Sentences

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“A tiny minority ruins the party for everyone,” she added.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

As a character, Dalton’s only speck of depth comes from feeling ashamed about his temper, a rage that gets so hot it ruins his life.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

"We're used to it," said Roman, a 36-year-old firefighter who helped clear the ruins from a building destroyed in the strike.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

Autocratic monarchs once left an echo of their glory in the ruins of the megaprojects they commanded at the peak of their unchallenged power.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Someone else ruins my sketchbook and I’m forever known as Baby Mouse.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila