devastate
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- v cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly
- v overwhelm or overpower
He was devastated by his grief when his son died
- Deadly bushfires devastate the natural habitat and life rhythms of the normally nocturnal marsupials, forcing them into the company of their biggest enemy humans.
- In Japan's parliamentary elections, the Prime Minister is out to devastate his foes, transform his party and challenge the status quo.
- Marfans see a plan that could fill Midland's pockets but potentially devastate Marfa's culture, lifestyle and economy, based in large part on tourism thanks to Marfa's proximity to .