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devastating

[dev-uh-stey-ting] / ˈdɛv əˌsteɪ tɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
causing devastation
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ADJECTIVE
trenchant
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“There was so much camaraderie and trust and love between the two of us. She understood that it was a major injury and it was devastating. It changed the path of our career.”

From Los Angeles Times

It was a trademark Kelly display as he danced around the ring, displaying devastating speed and high ring IQ - knowing when to engage and when to get on his heels.

From BBC

On Friday morning in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, just one week out from the Olympics, Vonn suffered the latest devastating crash of her career.

From The Wall Street Journal

The MP said he wanted to "thank and commend the people of Blackburn for coming together and offering support and solidarity to Inaayah's family during this devastating time".

From BBC

Alcaraz put him under immediate pressure as he served for the match, and Zverev was ultimately left to contemplate another devastating loss.

From BBC