devastating blow

language: id

definitions

  1. A severe shock, setback, or defeat that causes great damage, destruction, or distress to a person, organization, or situation.
    id: Pukulan telak
  2. An event or piece of news that causes extreme emotional pain, grief, or despair.
    id: Pukulan emosional berat
  3. A physical strike capable of causing serious injury or significant physical damage.
    id: Pukulan mematikan

examples

  1. The sudden bankruptcy was a devastating blow to the entire community.

    Kebangkrutan mendadak itu merupakan pukulan telak bagi seluruh komunitas.

  2. Losing her father was a devastating blow she never fully recovered from.

    Kehilangan ayahnya adalah pukulan telak yang tidak pernah benar-benar bisa ia lalui.

  3. The soldier took a devastating blow to the chest during the battle.

    Prajurit itu menerima pukulan dahsyat di dada saat pertempuran.