Example Sentences

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On admissions, the report cites a lack of transparency that it says has ruined the belief that elite universities are a meritocracy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

But while before - in Spain, in Hungary and in Belgium - this has ruined Norris’ chances of victory, it soon became clear that would not be the case in Zandvoort.

From BBC • Aug. 25, 2024

After listening to Vin Scully for all those years, this constant talk by Orel has ruined it.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2024

It has ruined it, and you should not feel obliged to continue supporting something that's so heinous and hideous.

From Salon • Feb. 15, 2024

It occurs after it has become clear that Brandon has ruined everything—brought shame to his family and school and sullied the reputation of a girl he doesn’t even know.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove