wreaking

[US]/riːkɪŋ/
[UK]/riːkɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to inflict or execute (as in violence); to express or vent (as in anger)

Phrases & Collocations

wreaking havoc

wreaking destruction

wreaking revenge

wreaking chaos

wreaking pain

wreaking damage

wreaking terror

wreaking influence

wreaking change

Example Sentences

wreaking havoc on the city, the storm caused extensive damage.

the hackers are wreaking chaos in the computer system.

she was wreaking emotional turmoil in her relationships.

the protestors are wreaking their frustration on the streets.

wreaking revenge, he plotted against his former partner.

the wildfire is wreaking destruction across the forest.

his careless actions are wreaking consequences for the entire team.

the virus is wreaking havoc on the global economy.

wreaking havoc with her words, she hurt many feelings.

the earthquake is wreaking devastation in the region.

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