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Wreak

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Extreme impact

Use 'wreak' to describe the disastrous effects of something with extensive negative impact.

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The corrupt politician wreaked chaos throughout the administration.
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Force of nature

'Wreak' is often used with natural disasters to emphasize their power and resultant damage.

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The hurricane is expected to wreak devastation across the coast.
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Not for accidents

'Wreak' implies intention or inevitability, not accidental occurrences.

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The invasive species wreaked ecological imbalance in the new environment.
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