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destroying

Pronunciation: [dɪˈstrɔɪɪŋ]

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Learn how to use destroying in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “physical action”

(verb) to cause something to be completely broken or ruined. This means making an object or place unusable or not able to exist anymore.

Example

The storm was so strong that it is destroying the old tree in the park.

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The careful workers are not destroying any of the historical buildings.

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What happened to the painting? Is someone destroying it?

Context: “emotional impact”

(verb) to cause something bad to happen to someone's feelings or ideas, usually making them feel very sad or upset. It's when something feels really bad and can hurt people emotionally.

Example

Her kind words are not destroying my confidence; they are helping me feel better.

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The harsh comments are destroying his self-esteem.

Example

How can negative feedback be destroying someone's motivation?

Context: “conceptual impact”

(verb) to completely end or eliminate an idea, belief, or plan, making it impossible to continue. It's like removing something from existence in a way that affects thinking.

Example

The new laws are not destroying our freedom; they help protect it.

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The scandal is destroying the trust people had in the team.

Example

Can bad rumors be destroying the chances of success?

How to pronounce destroying

Pronunciation: [dɪˈstrɔɪɪŋ]

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