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.
核子戰爭的威脅可能導致地球上所有生命的毀滅。
When someone is completely beaten or defeated.
The soccer team's annihilation of their rivals was a surprise to everyone.
足球隊徹底擊敗對手,讓所有人都感到意外。