devastating blow

language: pt

definitions

  1. A severe shock, setback, or defeat that causes great damage, destruction, or distress to a person, organization, or situation.
    pt: Golpe devastador
  2. An event or piece of news that causes extreme emotional pain, grief, or despair.
    pt: Golpe emocional devastador
  3. A physical strike capable of causing serious injury or significant physical damage.
    pt: Golpe mortal

examples

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

    A falência repentina foi um golpe devastador para toda a comunidade.

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

    Perder o pai foi um golpe devastador do qual ela nunca se recuperou totalmente.

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

    O soldado recebeu um golpe devastador no peito durante a batalha.