
Destroy
Physical Impact
Used when physical damage is so severe that restoration is impossible.

The earthquake destroyed the bridge completely.
Emotional Weight
Carries a strong emotional tone, often suggesting sadness or loss.

Seeing her childhood home destroyed was heart-wrenching.
Metaphorical Use
Can be used metaphorically to describe ruining something non-physical, like a plan.

His careless mistake destroyed our chances of winning.
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AnnihilateDecimateDemolishDevastateEradicateExterminateObliterateRuinSmash
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