wreak

Example Sentences

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I was moved once again by the piece, but I’m grateful I didn’t have to wreak havoc on my credit card to pay for my seats.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

Nobody cheers for Goneril and Regan as they wreak destruction on their pitiable father.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

And there remains ever-present concerns about the havoc AI could wreak on the job market, if not society overall.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 6, 2026

"The United States will ensure there is a steep cost for corrupt politicians who support vicious gangs and wreak terrorism on Haiti," it added, without elaborating.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

When you let them loose, who knows what havoc they might wreak?

From "A Monster Calls" by Patrick Ness