This is the 4899th most frequent Spanish word.
destruye
"Destroys."
Here, 'destruye' is used as a verb in the third-person singular present tense to indicate an ongoing destructive action by the subject (fire).
El fuego destruye todo a su paso.
The fire destroys everything in its path.
Here, 'destruye' is used metaphorically to describe the impact of one's actions or attitude on an abstract concept (hopes).
Ella destruye las esperanzas de su equipo con su actitud negativa.
She destroys her team's hopes with her negative attitude.
Here, 'destruye' describes the physical act of destruction caused by natural forces.