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to shatter
01
to break suddenly into several pieces
Intransitive
Example
The glass shatters into fragments as it falls to the ground.
The window shattered when struck by a heavy object.
02
to break or smash something into small pieces
Transitive: to shatter a breakable object
Example
The earthquake shattered the windows of the buildings in the city.
The hammer shattered the mirror, scattering shards across the floor.
03
to severely disrupt or destroy something abstract
Transitive: to shatter something abstract
Example
The tragic news of the accident shattered their hopes for a peaceful vacation.
The economic downturn shattered the dreams of many aspiring entrepreneurs.
