ruinous

Example Sentences

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That’s how fast it is supposed to be able to grow without stoking ruinous inflation.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 20, 2026

I won’t spoil how, but it’s emotionally ruinous for the people involved, even if Mr. Laxe stages it with a bit of cheapening suspense.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 13, 2025

Starting over elsewhere becomes a financially ruinous proposition.

From Slate • Nov. 4, 2025

The two countries have continued talks to try and strike a deal and avert ruinous tariffs and a trade war.

From BBC • Aug. 28, 2025

“Caesarians or not, children are ruinous; you're out of your mind,” said Mrs. Phelps.

From "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury