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destructive

[dih-struhk-tiv] / dɪˈstrʌk tɪv /




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"Destructive winds and storm surge and catastrophic flooding will worsen on Jamaica through the day and into tonight."

From Barron's • Oct. 27, 2025

Destructive number eight Aseza Hele has been the Springbok Women's standout performer, bagging four tries in the opening two games.

From BBC • Sep. 8, 2025

Destructive behavior, he concluded, is discouraged by a sense of community and a feeling of social disapproval.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 20, 2024

Destructive means will then be employed to assess the quality of the tomographic images produced.

From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 2024

And there was no doubt at all about the uncial emphasis with which he spoke of the Confederation of Society against the Destructive Elements.

From Name and Fame A Novel by Sergeant, Adeline




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