Weather and waves destroyed both plants before they could become net power generators.

The wave destroyed lands and trees up to 524 meters above sea level around the bay.

A family of three was killed when waves destroyed its coastal home.

Why are we hiding, when the tidal wave will destroy us both?

Three great waves sweep the island, destroying everything, while the people take to the trees.

The large waves caused by the earthquake destroyed many small craft.

But waves of such magnitude could easily destroy an oil platform, say, or a fishing boat.

Each wave of immigrants believes the later waves will destroy the social fabric in one way or another.

High waves and other impact from the storm destroyed 60 poorly-built houses.

In 1720 a great wave destroyed the old church.