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May 26, 2012
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Synonyms for demolish

Verb

1. demolish, pulverize, pulverise, destroy, destruct
usage: destroy completely; "the wrecking ball demolished the building"; "demolish your enemies"; "pulverize the rebellion before it gets out of hand"
2. crush, smash, demolish, humiliate, mortify, chagrin, humble, abase
usage: humiliate or depress completely; "She was crushed by his refusal of her invitation"; "The death of her son smashed her"
3. demolish, destroy, get the better of, overcome, defeat
usage: defeat soundly; "The home team demolished the visitors"
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