destroying

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Losing Catherine to Edgar, the heir of Thrushcross Grange, prompts Heathcliff, the perpetual outsider, to vow vengeance; he maneuvers to gain financial control of both houses with the aim of destroying each one’s inhabitants.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

“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

Ten years ago, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket blew up during a ground test before launching, destroying a $200 million satellite it was supposed to carry.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

“How did you and Gum Baby end up destroying the lives of everyone in MidPass and possibly Alke as well?”

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia