ruin
Example Sentences
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Myanmar's military has ruled the country for most of its post-independence history, presenting itself as the only force capable of guarding the fractious Southeast Asian nation from rupture and ruin.
From Barron's
Some sub-postmasters went to prison, while many more were financially ruined and lost their livelihoods.
From BBC
Dozens of victims also gave evidence against him, telling how their homes had been ruined by his unfinished work.
From BBC
Other critics of the deal have argued it would ruin Hollywood, prompting executives in part to promise to keep movies in theaters.
“I definitely would have had to pay, like, $80, which would have ruined the challenge,” he said, referring to the cost of checking a bag while boarding.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
