destruct
Example Sentences
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Ultrasound triggered cells home in on tumors and then self destruct to deliver damage or therapeutics from inside.
From Scientific American
"This post will self destruct in 5, 4, 3, 2…," Jones captioned the photo.
From Fox News
When Allen was forced to hire someone new in the mix — a general manager — he hired one he knew would self destruct in Scot McCloughan.
From Washington Times
“Rodeo Drive is among the most desirable streets in the world, which means we’re one of the biggest targets. What we do not welcome is people with ill intentions, who are here to destruct property.”
From Washington Post
“Many people stayed in the area and continued to light fires, and destruct federal courthouse property,” said the police statement.
From Washington Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
