wrecks
word · lemma: wreck
Definition
'Wrecks' is the plural of 'wreck' and refers to the remains of things that have been badly damaged or destroyed, such as cars, ships, or buildings.
Usage & Nuances
'Wrecks' is a noun, often used for vehicles, ships ('shipwrecks'), plane crashes, or any destroyed object. It can also informally mean a person in bad condition ('He's a wreck'). Used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in news and archaeology about old shipwrecks or car crashes.
Example Sentences
After the tornado, the street looked like a row of twisted wrecks.
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Some wrecks attract tourists because of their mysterious stories.
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The divers explored old ship wrecks on the ocean floor.
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Several car wrecks were cleared from the highway after the storm.
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People visited the museum to see ancient train wrecks.
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He loves diving for treasure in sunken wrecks.
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