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to ruin
01
förstöra, ruinera
to cause severe damage or harm to something, usually in a way that is beyond repair
Transitive: to ruin sth
Example
The ongoing neglect of maintenance is ruining the structural integrity of the building.
Reckless actions can easily ruin relationships.
Ignored warnings about the storm ruined the outdoor event.
02
Förstöra, Ruinera
to fall into a state of destruction or severe decline
Intransitive
Example
Without proper care, the ancient book began to ruin, its pages turning brittle.
The abandoned factory has begun to ruin, with rust and decay spreading everywhere.
The neglected garden has started to ruin, with weeds overtaking the plants.
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förstöra, vanhedra
to take away a woman’s chastity, often leading to a loss of honor or social reputation in traditional contexts
Transitive: to ruin a woman
Example
The gossip hinted that she had been ruined by a man of ill repute.
His deceitful charm ruined her, leaving her reputation in shambles.
Her family disowned her after she was ruined, despite her protests of innocence.
04
förstöra, ruinera
to cause someone or something to become impoverished
Transitive: to ruin sb
Example
The sudden downturn in the market ruined many investors who lost everything.
The failed business venture ruined them financially, forcing them into debt.
His gambling addiction gradually ruined him, wiping out his savings.
05
förstöra, ruinera
to cause something to become less favorable, often by damaging or destroying its quality or value
Transitive: to ruin sth
Example
His careless comments could ruin the delicate negotiations.
Poor management decisions can ruin a company 's reputation.
Repeated lies can ruin a relationship built on trust.
Ruin
01
ruiner, rester
(plural) the remains of something such as a building after it has been seriously damaged or destroyed
Example
The ancient ruins attracted many tourists each year.
The archaeological team discovered the ruins of an ancient city.
They explored the ruins of an old castle during their trip.
02
ruin, förödelse
an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction
03
ruin, förstörelse
destruction achieved by causing something to be wrecked or ruined
04
fukt, smuts
moisten or soil
05
förstörelse, ruin
an event that results in destruction
06
ruin, undergång
failure that results in a loss of position or reputation
07
ruin, förfall
the process of becoming dilapidated
Exempel
The ongoing neglect of maintenance is ruining the structural integrity of the building.
Reckless actions can easily ruin relationships.
Ignored warnings about the storm ruined the outdoor event.
The economic downturn threatened to ruin many businesses.
The flood had the power to ruin the foundation of the house.
