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as in to destroy
to bring to a complete end the physical soundness, existence, or usefulness of
buildings pulverized by a killer tornado
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Recent Examples of pulverize
His nation is still in the depths of an unprecedented military offensive against militant group Hamas that has pulverized the Gaza Strip, killed tens of thousands of people and displaced most of the territory’s population.
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Ishaan Tharoor, Washington Post, 21 June 2024
How Bats Benefit Society Aside from eating insects that would otherwise pulverize food and vegetables, bats also pollinate plants yielding 300 fruit species of fruit and cocoa.
—Noël Fletcher, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Then, in 1452, a Hungarian artillery engineer proposed to Emperor Constantine XI the construction of a giant cannon that, firing from behind the defensive walls, would pulverize attackers.
—Henry A. Kissinger, Foreign Affairs, 18 Nov. 2024
Israel has managed to destroy most of Gaza and is in the process of pulverizing parts of Lebanon to international condemnation and outrage and political and diplomatic isolation, but without facing effective efforts to rein it in.
—Tracy Wilkinson, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2024
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Ishaan Tharoor, Washington Post, 21 June 2024
How Bats Benefit Society Aside from eating insects that would otherwise pulverize food and vegetables, bats also pollinate plants yielding 300 fruit species of fruit and cocoa.
—Noël Fletcher, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Then, in 1452, a Hungarian artillery engineer proposed to Emperor Constantine XI the construction of a giant cannon that, firing from behind the defensive walls, would pulverize attackers.
—Henry A. Kissinger, Foreign Affairs, 18 Nov. 2024
Israel has managed to destroy most of Gaza and is in the process of pulverizing parts of Lebanon to international condemnation and outrage and political and diplomatic isolation, but without facing effective efforts to rein it in.
—Tracy Wilkinson, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2024
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To its credit, Doc is more adept at crafting moral dilemmas that force its characters to reckon with the cost of saving one child at the expense of another’s health, or a patient’s right to know a secret that could destroy his family.Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Jan. 2025
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In 2023, nearly 40 were introduced to the council — from calling on the state legislature to let Louisville destroy confiscated firearms to requesting the city's Planning Commission review the Land Development Code.Eleanor McCrary, The Courier-Journal, 1 Jan. 2025
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The variation is thought to have come from groups experimenting with food-processing techniques such as grinding wild grains into flour.Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 27 Dec. 2024
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Sweet, citrusy coriander seeds are ground with the anise whisper of fennel seeds, then combined with flaky sea salt and the warm-chocolate edge of Urfa chiles.Scott Hocker, theweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Nelson plans to spend $20 million demolishing the office building and constructing infrastructure onsite, including two new traffic signals, nearly 1,000 trees, and bike and pedestrian pathways.Matthew Geiger, The Denver Post, 21 Dec. 2024
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As Emily and Sean grow closer, the crew faces a challenge when a wealthy developer (who happens to be Emily's father), Bill Anderson (Peter Gallagher), plans to demolish their historic neighborhood and build luxury properties in their place.Travis Bean, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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The big picture: Most of the Colts' paths to the postseason closed after a crushing Week 15 loss to the Denver Broncos that helped the Houston Texans clinch the AFC South.Justin L. Mack, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
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The forecast for next week is probably about to crush those dreams.Alix Martichoux, The Hill, 19 Dec. 2024
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The sequel, released over Thanksgiving weekend, has shattered box office records and has already raked in $750 million internationally.Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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The inaugural season of the Jamie Chadwick Series wrapped up with a resounding success, shattering records and opening new doors for young girls in the world of motorsport.Jenn Nelson, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Consider marinating or pounding it thin for quicker and more tender results when needed.Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
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And in Yemen, the Houthi rebels, another Iranian ally, have been pounded in air strikes by a U.S.-led coalition in response to their attacks on ships in the Red Sea.Robin Wright, The New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2024
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Although the name suggests otherwise, the custard should never be allowed to actually boil, which would risk scrambling the eggs and ruining the custard.Elizabeth Hutchison Hicklin, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
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And these aren’t the only holiday hazards that can ruin your festive spirit.Terri Williams, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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The Rams were four days removed from defeating the Las Vegas Raiders, and the Vikings were four days removed from a 31-29 loss to the Lions, who have left opponents beat up throughout the season.Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
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With access to multiple ski areas, tons of public lands for on-the-snow adventures, and exciting village and town hubs filled with dining, nightlife, and entertainment options, the South Shore of Lake Tahoe is hard to beat.Outside Online, Outside Online, 6 Jan. 2025
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“Pulverize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pulverize. Accessed 9 Jan. 2025.
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