ravaged

Example Sentences

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The IRS delayed filing deadlines External link for businesses and individuals in parts of Texas last year after floods ravaged the state.

From Barron's

The local film and TV industries in L.A. were struggling long before wildfires that ravaged the city early last year dealt another blow, halting production and threatening the homes of stars and crews alike.

From Los Angeles Times

Nighthand drew himself up to his full height, his coat covering his ravaged arm.

From Literature

Discovery’s sale will trigger steep job losses — at a time when the industry already has been ravaged by dramatic downsizing and the flight of productions from Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times

Yorath was "ravaged by grief" for the rest of his life, James said, adding that despite this "wherever he went he left people feeling better… he had time for everyone".

From BBC