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noxious - Poisonous or very harmful.

The subculture that Eddie was a member of was a noxious blend of drugs, music, and anarchy.

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casualty - A person killed or injured in a war or accident.

Though many people were injured when the bus crashed, thankfully there were no casualties.

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upheaval - A sudden and dramatic change or disruption, especially one that causes confusion and societal disorder.

The economic downturn led to political upheaval and widespread unrest across the nation.

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collide - What happens when a moving object hits something violently

The captain was totally surprised when the Titanic collided with the iceberg.

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erupt - To explode suddenly after forces can't be held back any longer

After rumbling for a week, the volcano erupted spewing forth rivers of lava

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jeopardize - To endanger or threaten the success or safety of something.

Drinking and driving can jeopardize not only your own life but also the lives of others.

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deluge - A severe flood or overwhelming rush of water.

The heavy rain turned into a deluge, submerging cars and streets

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tremor - A slight shaking movement, such as one caused by an earthquake or instability; also a subtle or faint sign of emotion, such as fear or excitement in the voice or body.

Because he was nervous, his voice had a significant tremor during the presentation.

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crash - To hit something with force, causing damage and a loud noise.

When he fell asleep at the wheel, his car crashed into tree.

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beast - Something or somebody very difficult or unpleasant to deal with.

He acted like a beast when he lost his temper, and shouted at the top of his lungs and threw dishes.

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plague - A persistent trouble or source of distress, often something that causes great suffering or difficulty.

The plague of locusts devastated the crops, leaving the farmers in desperate need of assistance.

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devastation - The state of being overwhelmed or ruined completely.

Wildfires swept through the forest, resulting in total devastation of wildlife habitats.