This typhoon caused great damage.

Our house suffered significant damage in last year's water disaster.

A trough shell is a type of delicious shellfish.

He was staring at the horizon.

He suffered a serious injury during a soccer match.

He left the country to escape religious persecution.

He was persecuted for political reasons.

His actions are obstructing our plans.

His actions obstructed our plans.

He dedicated his life to education.