Even though the rumor was false, it 'wrecked' [='ruined'] her career.
Dad was a 'nervous wreck' on the day I had my surgery.
The stress of her final exams made her a 'wreck'.
(..) That hath made him mad I am sorry that with better speed and judgment I had not noted him I feared he did but trifle and meant to wreck thee Come, go we to the king. This must be known My liege and madam, to expostulate what majesty should be, what duty is... (..)2015 Hamlet