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ruining

v. · n.
US //ˈɹuɪnɪŋ// UK //ɹˈuːɪnɪŋ// ru·in·ing
  1. 1 spoiling or destroying (v.)
    B1 Intermediate

    to spoil something so badly that it is no longer useful or enjoyable.

    to damage something irreparably or to spoil the quality or value of an experience or object.

    Example

    The heavy rain is ruining our plans for a picnic in the park.

    Example

    The constant interruptions were ruining the speaker's concentration, making it impossible for her to deliver the final part of her presentation effectively.
  2. 2 the process of destruction (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    the act of causing something to be destroyed or lost.

    the action or process of causing the destruction or downfall of something or someone.

    Example

    The ruining of the ancient temple was a great loss for history.

    Example

    The systematic ruining of the local economy led to a mass migration of workers to the neighbouring cities in search of employment.

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