destruction
Example Sentences
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"While that's not ideal, it's better than complete demand destruction," Chiekrie said.
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
For countries like the U.S., most of Europe, Japan and China, demand destruction involves airlines canceling some routes, or consumers forgoing a vacation.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
Their findings show that vitamin B2 metabolism can also shield cancer cells from destruction.
From Science Daily • May 15, 2026
When the doctor tells him, “Sire, you are incurable,” he reacts with the same denial that has allowed him to ignore the destruction that has occurred under his negligent leadership.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
Seawater was being pumped into the reactors at units 1, 2, and 3, pulling them farther from the brink of destruction every day.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
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