devastation

Example Sentences

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There has been widespread devastation across the region.

From BBC

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season will probably be remembered mainly for Hurricane Melissa and the devastation it caused across Jamaica and Cuba.

From BBC

Massive cleanup efforts began in southern Thailand on Saturday, after the prime minister apologised for widespread devastation caused by the worst flooding in years.

From Barron's

“The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show” promises to combat the world’s devastation with campy magic and mirth that only a queer interpretation of Christmas can provide.

From Los Angeles Times

Because while there were storylines that charted her initial devastation and how she gradually moved on, Carrie and her thought process remained largely closed off to the audience.

From Salon