"Devastating loss" refers to a situation where a person or group experiences a very severe and deeply painful emotional or physical defeat or setback. Full definition
We've suffered several devastating losses of close family members and walked through some pretty dark times. (simplepurebeauty.com)
After devastating losses in 2013, investor sentiment has been returning to the mortgage REIT sector which is another positive sign. (fool.com)
We seek just compensation for victims who suffer devastating losses because of truck drivers who drink or take drugs and then get behind the wheel. (bwglaw.com)