serious damage
definitions
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Significant physical harm or destruction to an object, structure, or living organism.en: Significant physical harm or destruction to an object, structure, or living organism.
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Severe negative impact on something intangible, such as a reputation, health, or a relationship.en: Severe negative impact on something intangible, such as a reputation, health, or a relationship.
examples
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The storm caused serious damage to the roof of the house.
The storm caused serious damage to the roof of the house.
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The scandal caused serious damage to the politician's reputation.
The scandal caused serious damage to the politician's reputation.