Definition of Wreak

cause a lot of damage or harm

Examples of Wreak in a sentence

If the internet goes down, it will wreak havoc with our ability to communicate and continue doing any kind of business.  🔊

The storm will wreak terrible damage on Phil’s home if he does not place sandbags everywhere.  🔊

Budget uncertainty will wreak further havoc, so please make sure to have all your numbers ready for the meeting.  🔊

Given the havoc that a fire can wreak, the fire department urges everyone to have a family plan in place, in case of an emergency.  🔊

Terrorists love to wreak damage wherever they can, which is why they must be stamped out of existence.  🔊

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