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Spoil

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Anticipation Ruined

Using 'spoil' implies something was expected to bring joy or excitement but didn't because of an action.

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The leaked game ending really spoiled the experience for players.
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Emotional Impact

'Spoil' often indicates disappointment or a loss of pleasure from an event or activity.

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Please don't spoil my mood with bad news right now.
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Past vs. Future

'Spoil' can refer to ruining current events or those yet to happen.

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His loud laugh spoiled the tense scene in the movie.
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