wiping out
Example Sentences
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The company’s share price fell 8% on Tuesday after the reveal, wiping out more than $5 billion from its market capitalization.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
That way, when the heirs inherit the highly appreciated stock, the cost basis will get reset to the current market value, effectively wiping out any capital-gains tax obligation on the assets up to that point.
From Barron's • May 16, 2026
Renard made no mistake at the second time of asking, wiping out Arsenal's advantage from the first leg at Emirates Stadium and setting the tone for the remainder of the tie.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
But the passage of Measure G had the unintended effect of wiping out Measure J, which funds anti-incarceration programs, leaving county officials scrambling for solutions.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
Surely a tidal wave wouldn’t surge that far upriver, causing a flood, and wiping out everything in its path.
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
