damaging

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Liam Rosenior's position as Chelsea head coach is becoming increasingly uncertain following Tuesday's damaging 3-0 defeat by Brighton.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Many have already traded down to more affordable options as far as they can in spending habits, so retailers may find it harder to pass on higher costs on as price rises, without damaging custom.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

The Refugio spill was much smaller than its 1969 predecessor but may have been even more environmentally damaging, since it contaminated four marine protected areas.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

Argentine ants are among the most damaging and expensive invasive species worldwide.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

He and Worsley were worried about damaging the boats as they knocked their way across the ice.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong