destroy
Example Sentences
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The investigation into the fire, which destroyed a wide swath of Altadena, has not yet been released.
From Los Angeles Times
The findings show that even a small change in how vaccine components are arranged can determine whether a nanovaccine produces a limited immune response or a powerful tumor destroying effect.
From Science Daily
“So that meant ukiyo-e had influenced all these Western art movements to the point that it destroyed art, really,” Murakami said with a laugh.
From Los Angeles Times
The Paradise fire lasted 18 days, destroying over 18,000 structures and leaving 85 people dead, making it the most destructive wildfire in California history.
From Los Angeles Times
Because of their natural ability to detect and destroy abnormal cells, they are an attractive tool for cancer treatment.
From Science Daily
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