destroy

US /dɪˈstrɔɪ/
UK /dɪˈstrɔɪ/
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1.

end the existence of (something) by damaging or attacking it

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The fire completely destroyed the old building.
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The storm destroyed many homes in the coastal area.
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demolishruindevastateannihilatewreck
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createbuildconstructrestorepreserve
2.

ruin (someone's life or plans)

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His addiction slowly destroyed his career and family.
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One bad decision can destroy all your hard work.
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ruinwreckshattercrushdevastate
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savebuildimprovehelpsupport