ruin
Meaning
"Ruin" refers to the state of being destroyed or severely damaged, often used to describe both physical structures and metaphorical situations such as reputations or plans.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "ruin" with "ruins," which refers to the remains of a destroyed building or city.
Example Sentences
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