destroying

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“They say in the industry destroying a launch pad is the second-worst thing that can happen,” Keeton said, “with the first being loss of a crew.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

In messages to Julie, Franck said the situation was "destroying me mentally and emotionally".

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The same month, a New York court convicted Lu Jianwang, a U.S. citizen, for his part in setting up a police station in New York on behalf of China, and obstructing justice by destroying evidence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

The two countries would also coordinate on removing and destroying Iran's enriched uranium, he said, adding that "no money will be exchanged, until further notice."

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

By closing one eye and destroying perspective he brought them down within reach so that he could put up his fingers and stroke them.

From "The Red Pony" by John Steinbeck