as in to wear
to damage or diminish by continued friction
the desert's windblown sands had corraded much of the ancient stone's inscription
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Jenner also shared a mirror selfie, covering her chest with one arm and wearing a towel low on her waist.—
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Upon arrival at Star Flat, travelers disembark the train wearing red light necklaces (to ensure no one gets lost), which provide light without compromising night vision.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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Cultural, linguistic, and value-based assimilation challenges arise, potentially altering national identities and eroding civilizational confidence.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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And policies that erode IP rights will ultimately slow the pace of innovation — and the prosperity that comes with it.—
David J. Kappos,
Fortune,
8 Jan. 2026
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The pants feature slightly frayed, cuffed hems with an inseam that’s suitable for shorter frames, plus they’re made from stretchy denim for all-day comfort.—
Michelle Rostamian,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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The other is a longtime crime family who has ruled the South Side for generations, but is now fraying.—
Oline H. Cogdill,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Corrade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/corrade. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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