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annihilating

Pronunciation: [əˈnaɪəˌleɪtɪŋ]

Word

Context: "destruction"

(verb) to completely destroy or make something go away so that it no longer exists. It’s like when something is taken away and you can’t find it anymore.

Example

The fire was so strong that it annihilated the entire building.

Example

The storm did not annihilate the park; it still stands tall and beautiful.

Example

What do you think could annihilate a forest if it caught fire?

Context: "competition"

(verb) to defeat someone or something completely, making them unable to continue. It’s like when you win a game so well that the other team has no chance.

Example

The champion annihilated her opponent in the finals.

Example

The soccer team did not annihilate their rivals last weekend; the game ended in a tie.

Example

Did the team annihilate their competition last season?

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