Example Sentences

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“We spent decades and lots of money trying to discourage early childbearing, saying, ‘This will ruin your life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

"Import of fresh fruits such as apples... will ruin the farmers," SKM said.

From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026

"They will ruin everything nearby," one resident posted on a local online forum.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2025

Jane, far more conventional than her older sister, can only think of how Elinor’s disgrace will ruin her own future.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2025

And because I feel like saying no will ruin her good mood, I say, “I'll think about it.”

From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman