destroy

/dɪˈstrɔɪ/ verb A2 Neutral

Daily Life

Meaning

To destroy means to make something completely broken or not usable.

💡 Use "destroy" when something is ruined or made unrepairable.

Example Sentences

Please do not destroy the books in the library .

The storm can destroy houses and trees .

The storm can destroy the small houses near the river .

Word in Context

Anna has a small garden near her house . Strong wind can destroy her little plants , so she puts a small fence around them . She waters the plants every morning and hopes they grow .

Common Phrases

destroy a building destroy a relationship

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