The phrase "destructive force" refers to something that has the power to cause damage or destruction. It signifies any powerful and harmful energy, object, or action that can break, ruin, or harm things around it. Full definition
But the fact of the matter is that storm surge is one of the most destructive forces in nature, which building structures are almost powerless to resist. (originalgreen.org)
I am not religious; I think churches are some of the most destructive forces of our society. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
And they have with more destructive force than before. (screenrant.com)