Example Sentences

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The plunge in Chinese drinking has been devastating for winemakers around the world, who had come to rely on China as consumers elsewhere, including in Europe, drink less.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

The impact of that loss has been devastating on Jaidyn's friends and family.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

To be sure, the onslaught has been devastating to both groups.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2025

She said losing her grandmother has been devastating.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2025

The war has been devastating for Lebanon, where, in addition to the 3,823 people killed and 15,859 injured, one million residents have been displaced in areas where Hezbollah holds sway.

From BBC • Nov. 26, 2024