Hledat
to destroy
01
zničit, rozbořit
to cause damage to something in a way that it no longer exists, works, etc.
Transitive: to destroy sth
Example
Environmental pollution often destroys delicate ecosystems and harms wildlife.
Znečištění životního prostředí často zničí křehké ekosystémy a škodí volně žijícím zvířatům.
Wars and conflicts frequently destroy historical landmarks.
Války a konflikty často zničí historické památky.
02
zničit, zradit
to cause someone severe emotional or spiritual harm
Transitive: to destroy sb
Example
Her betrayal destroyed him, leaving him unable to trust anyone again.
The trauma from the war destroyed many soldiers, leaving them emotionally shattered.
03
zničit, porazit
to completely defeat or overpower someone
Transitive: to destroy an opponent
Example
The champion boxer destroyed his opponent in the first round.
The team 's performance destroyed their rivals, leading to a crushing victory.
04
usmrtit, zabít
to end the life of an animal in a way intended to minimize suffering
Transitive: to destroy an animal
Example
The vet had to destroy the horse after its injury proved untreatable.
The shelter had no choice but to destroy the stray dog because it was too aggressive.
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