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

The corrupt politician wreaked chaos throughout the administration.
Force of nature
'Wreak' is often used with natural disasters to emphasize their power and resultant damage.

The hurricane is expected to wreak devastation across the coast.
Not for accidents
'Wreak' implies intention or inevitability, not accidental occurrences.

The invasive species wreaked ecological imbalance in the new environment.
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