demolish

Example Sentences

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The case was dismissed and the building is now demolished.

From Los Angeles Times

"The calibre of the opposition, the first time Arsenal have beaten a real rival this season, the manner of the victory and second-half performance. They completely demolished Aston Villa."

From BBC

The pack station at Quaking Aspen was demolished and relocated four miles deeper into the backcountry on logging roads.

From Los Angeles Times

"If the field is demolished, all the children's dreams will be demolished with it."

From Barron's

It also comes amid other grandiose schemes such as demolishing the White House East Wing in order to install a $400-million ballroom, and announcing the construction of a large triumphal arch.

From Barron's