self-destruction

[US]/[ˈself.dɪˈstrʌkʃ(ə)]/
[UK]/[ˈself.dɪˈstrʌkʃ(ə)]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The act of destroying oneself.; The process by which something destroys itself.; A tendency to act in ways that undermine one's own success or well-being.; The act of causing one's own downfall.

Phrases & Collocations

prevent self-destruction

risk of self-destruction

path to self-destruction

self-destruction cycle

avoiding self-destruction

self-destruction tendencies

self-destruction behavior

self-destruction process

facing self-destruction

Example Sentences

the company's reckless expansion plans led to its own self-destruction.

his career was a slow process of self-destruction fueled by arrogance.

the relationship ended due to a pattern of self-destructive behavior.

avoiding responsibility is a common path to self-destruction.

the cult leader encouraged self-destruction among his followers.

she recognized her tendency towards self-destructive habits and sought help.

the missile's self-destruction mechanism activated after a set time.

his self-destructive tendencies alienated him from his family and friends.

the project's failure was a clear case of corporate self-destruction.

the old building was designed with a controlled self-destruction sequence.

the team's constant infighting guaranteed their own self-destruction.

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