devastate

Example Sentences

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Her father, she said, departed Honduras in 1999 after Hurricane Mitch devastated the country and left him, like millions of others, struggling in the aftermath.

From Los Angeles Times

Phil's account suggests others in the crowd may have reacted only when the sudden and devastating flashover happened.

From BBC

Following Brady's death, the current MP said he was "utterly devastated" and would "miss his friendship, advice and guidance".

From BBC

According to Ali Ansari, a lack of investment in utilities has been devastating for the country.

From BBC

In a post-apocalyptic landscape of bombed-out buildings and makeshift camps devastated by recent winter rains, Palestinians who spoke to AFP mostly expressed bitterness.

From Barron's