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shatter

[shat-er] / ˈʃæt ər /




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Nothing, it seems, can shatter this persecution complex.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026

The hostilities “threatened to shatter the ‘no-war-no-peace’ situation,” that has existed since the end of the Tigray war, Oxford Analytica’s senior Africa analyst Matt Ward said in February.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Several explosions from exploding oxygen canisters within the ambulances caused windows of nearby buildings, including the synagogue to crack or shatter - however no injuries were reported.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

As Jennifer and Fernando attempt to navigate what it looks like for them to be together, it seems that larger forces will shatter their connection.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

“It’s possible,” I tell Garrett, because I don’t want to shatter his hopes.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman




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