annihilation
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/əˌnaɪəˈleɪʃn/
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/əˌnaɪəˈleɪʃn/
When something is completely destroyed or wiped out.
The threat of nuclear war could lead to the annihilation of all life on Earth.
核戦争の脅威は、地球のすべての生命の絶滅につながる可能性があります。
When someone is completely beaten or defeated.
The soccer team's annihilation of their rivals was a surprise to everyone.
サッカーチームがライバルを完全に破ったことが、皆を驚かせました。