1
as in to eat
to consume or wear away gradually
the fear that inflation will continue to erode people's savings
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as in to wear
to damage or diminish by continued friction
the winds and desert sands have eroded much of the original surface of these ancient monuments
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Recent Examples of erode
Jamie Moraga, Franklin Revere NO: Increasing density isn’t the solution and could cause unintended consequences, such as overburdening infrastructure, eroding property values and diminishing community character.
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Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025
Despite this, the report notes that scores eroded in three of that area’s four metrics.
—Laura Tillman, Hartford Courant, 12 June 2025
These shifts not only jeopardize public health but also threaten to erode trust in our health institutions at a critical time.
—Dr. Jerome Adams, Time, 10 June 2025
These exceptions undermine the rule of law and erode the very rights our justice system is built on.
—Sean Garcia Leys, Oc Register, 10 June 2025
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Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025
Despite this, the report notes that scores eroded in three of that area’s four metrics.
—Laura Tillman, Hartford Courant, 12 June 2025
These shifts not only jeopardize public health but also threaten to erode trust in our health institutions at a critical time.
—Dr. Jerome Adams, Time, 10 June 2025
These exceptions undermine the rule of law and erode the very rights our justice system is built on.
—Sean Garcia Leys, Oc Register, 10 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for erode
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This spot for soccer fans offers lots of pub fare to eat and drink.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2025
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The calls came while eating lunch, while lying in bed at night.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2025
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He was last seen wearing blue headphones, a blue surgical mask, a black North Face jacket, light-wash camo pants and gray sneakers.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
28 June 2025
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There are a few family members who only wear olive, mustard, khaki, black and other dull colors; clunky, unattractive shoes; and few accessories.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
28 June 2025
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To destroy the site, an attack would have to come in waves, with bombers releasing one after another down the same hole.—
Samuel Granados,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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But the conflict has only escalated, with Russia’s launching some of its most extensive strikes in a war that has claimed hundreds of thousands of casualties, and Ukraine’s carrying out the audacious Operation Spiderweb drone attack, which damaged or destroyed strategic aircraft inside Russia.—
Adam Rasmi,
Time,
20 June 2025
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The series focuses on JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette’s love story, which started as a beautiful union for the young couple, widely regarded as American royalty, began to fray under the stress of the relentless microscope and navel-gaze of tabloid media.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
20 June 2025
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Without recognition, your self-narrative begins to fray.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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Rewriting American culture Accordingly, gun violence has undercut American patriotism, corroding the U.S. government’s soft power within its own borders.—
Jacob Ware,
The Conversation,
12 June 2025
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Another concern is the potential for lead pipes to corrode and leach dangerous lead levels into the water supplies of homes in the parish that have lead pipe connections.—
Kati Weis,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2025
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The City Council voted 7-0 June 10 to approve an ordinance to reduce the latest time in which peddlers and solicitors can knock on doors, ring doorbells or otherwise try to get admittance at residences from 9 p.m. Gayatri Agnew, Ward 1 City Council member, abstained from voting.—
Thomas Saccente,
Arkansas Online,
20 June 2025
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For all adolescents, participating in a sports team can reduce anxiety, depression, and feelings of loneliness.—
Gavin Yamey,
Time,
20 June 2025
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Spray each area of the body for at least six seconds from just a few inches away, and then rub it in.—
Stephanie Anderson Witmer,
Health,
16 June 2025
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Just slice an onion and rub it along the grates using tongs.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
15 June 2025
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Clark tried to erase the memories of his disappointment at Oakmont with an opening round 6-under 64 on Thursday, putting him tied for second in the early afternoon.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
19 June 2025
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But the suddenly lukewarm Rockies, who seemed primed to erase the 2024 Sox from the record books, entered Wednesday’s game against Washington with a three-game win streak and a 7-7 record in their last 14 games.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2025
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“Erode.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/erode. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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