severely mutilate
Frequency: 7.90.5 per million words
to damage something to a great and serious degree.
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- The accident could severely mutilate the classic car if not handled carefully.
- Vandals had severely mutilated the ancient statue beyond recognition.
- The document was severely mutilated, making it impossible to read.
- A wild animal might severely mutilate its prey before consuming it.
- The fire had severely mutilated the historical building's facade.
- Despite the surgeon's efforts, his arm was severely mutilated.
- They worried the harsh criticism would severely mutilate her artistic reputation.
- The old books were severely mutilated from years of neglect.
- War can severely mutilate not only bodies but also minds.
- His attempts to repair the antique furniture only severely mutilated it further.