But the complex was not simply abandoned and forgotten to be gradually destroyed by the elements.

This one gradually destroys the nerves that control the muscles.

For three years, the rebels continued to resist from the interior of the province, but were gradually destroyed.

I. This path was gradually destroyed through regular peat cutting.

Adults tend to develop the disease slowly because the beta cells are destroyed gradually.

Unable to find a buyer, Motorola began making plans to gradually destroy the satellites.

The pounding could have gradually destroyed several traditional desks.

The natural processes of decay and erosion are gradually destroying all archaeological sites.

In the 19th century, buildings in the complex were gradually destroyed and blighted.

Then, as the chemicals are gradually destroyed by natural processes, the ozone layer should begin a recovery lasting 50 to 100 years, they say.