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destruction

[dih-struhk-shuhn] / dɪˈstrʌk ʃən /


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As the conflict drags on, crude will remain on track for new highs, although a prolonged energy shock raises demand destruction risks “that could ultimately pull the rug from under crude’s advance,” he adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

She won't move because there's no point, she explains, as the destruction is still going on everywhere.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

"These guys are facing, they are facing real, catastrophic destruction to their economy," he said, while adding that Trump still preferred a negotiated deal with Iran.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

The market has not seen “true” crude demand destruction due to price, he said.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

But there were no signs of destruction, no signs that someone had run off with it.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny




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