ravaged

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This week, as the crew of four astronauts lifted off to the moon for the first time in 54 years, they renewed the hopes of a ravaged nation.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

The Chargers, meanwhile, take an offensive lineman to address the need that haunted them all last season after they were ravaged by injuries up front.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

They have been ravaged by injury and suspensions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

Huntley said modular buildings are being built at the Thatcham nursery ravaged by the fire, which will have capacity for around 75 children.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

Abandoned factories, with rows of small square windows partly bashed in, ravaged as if by moths.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri