Incorrect spelling, explanation: you can’t spell destroy as distroy. Other words related to destroy share the same structure, like destruction and destructive. These words maintain the de- prefix and struct or stroy root. Changing the spelling of destroy to distroy would break the consistency with these related forms. Similarly, destruction or destructive doesn’t have a dis- variation like distruction, which would make the incorrect spelling less logical.

Correct spelling, explanation: the etymology of destroy traces back to Latin and has a clear historical development, while distroy does not exist as a valid or separate word in English, so there’s no distinct etymology for it. The word destroy originates from the Latin verb destruere, which means to tear down or demolish. If distroy were an actual word, its dis- prefix would imply a different meaning than de- in destroy. Distroy is not a recognized word.

Definition of destroy:
Verb, end the existence of (something) by damaging or attacking it
The new virus threatened to destroy the company’s computer systems, forcing them to invest in better cybersecurity measures.
The tornado’s powerful winds were strong enough to destroy entire neighborhoods in a matter of minutes.

Collocations with destroy:
Some of the most commonly used collocations include:
1. Physically destroy: to destroy something in a tangible or material way, involving physical damage.
The floodwaters physically destroyed many homes, leaving them uninhabitable.
2. Emotionally destroy: to cause great emotional distress or ruin someone’s mental state.
The tragic news of his loss emotionally destroyed her, leaving her devastated.
3. Completely destroy (a relationship, reputation, etc.): to ruin an intangible thing, like a bond between people or someone’s good name.
The scandal completely destroyed the politician’s reputation, making it impossible for him to recover.
4. Systematically destroy: to destroy something in a planned, methodical, and step-by-step manner.
The company systematically destroyed evidence of its environmental violations to avoid fines.

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