Destroy Crossword Clue

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Destroy Crossword Answer

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UNDO

(4 letters)

RUIN

(4 letters)

WRECK

(5 letters)

FRY

(3 letters)

RAVAGE

(6 letters)

Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. hit hard
2. break into pieces, as by striking or knocking over
(noun)
1. a vigorous blow
2. a conspicuous success
(adverb)
1. with a loud crash

Hint 2: Clue Definition

DESTROY (verb)
1. put (an animal) to death
2. destroy completely; damage irreparably

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

UNDO
(4 letters)
RUIN
(4 letters)
WRECK
(5 letters)
FRY
(3 letters)
RAVAGE
(6 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
SHAMS

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