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destroyed (verb)

To destroy means to damage something so severely that it no longer exists or can no longer function. It is used to describe the act of ruining physical objects, structures, or abstract concepts like plans or reputations.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'Destroyer' ship. It is built to leave things 'destroyed'. The 'oy' sound is like the 'oy' in 'boy' who broke...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

I destroyed my glass. → I broke my glass.

The storm distroyed the trees. → The storm destroyed the trees.