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ruining

sustantivo B1

En español: ruina, destrucción

  1. The act or process by which something is ruined.

Plural ruinings

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Had not my own feelings decided against you, had they been indifferent, or had they even been favourable, do you think that any consideration would tempt me to accept the man who has been the means of ruining, perhaps for ever, the happiness of a most beloved sister?”
Pride and Prejudice, p. 221 · B2
Some madman or fool, bent upon ruining himself as fast as he can, actually sent his steward to me to purchase them at any cost; and the fact is, I have gained 16,000 francs by the sale of them.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 488 · C1
I am quite aware that my friend Wilmore is peculiar, but he is sincere, and as rich as a gold mine, consequently, he may indulge his eccentricities without any fear of their ruining him, and I have promised to adhere to his instructions.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 593 · C1

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