had damaged
- past perfect of damage.
Example Sentences
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While others said repeated rejection and lack of matches had damaged their confidence.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
Lloyd’s said in its report the conduct of both former executives had damaged its reputation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
Without specifying what was hit, local officials admitted that drones had damaged "infrastructure".
From BBC ● Jun. 7, 2026
And a Los Angeles jury last month dealt a blow to Meta and YouTube when it found the platforms had damaged the mental health of a young woman with their addictive features.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 23, 2026
She said the plant had damaged its roots and no water could get to it.
From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan
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