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as in eating
to consume or wear away gradually
the fear that inflation will continue to erode people's savings
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as in fraying
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 eroding
The Scatturice Network Expands While the economy provides the backdrop, multiple corruption cases continue eroding the Milei administration's credibility.
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Agustino Fontevecchia, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
As Robert Putnam documented in Bowling Alone, the churches, neighborhood associations, and bowling leagues that once anchored American communities have steadily lost members and influence, eroding civic life and our trust in one another.
—Todd Rogers, Time, 4 Sep. 2025
The personal misdemeanors of executives, when made public, often become linked with their corporate responsibilities, eroding trust in the business and potentially affecting bottom lines.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Sep. 2025
These were laid down by ancient rivers eroding the surrounding mountains.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 29 Aug. 2025
As tools proliferate and expectations rise, organizations risk eroding trust, productivity, and emotional well-being unless this issue is addressed head-on.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2025
China's anti-involution campaign aims to dissuade industries against destructive price wars to gain market share at the expense of eroding profits.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 25 Aug. 2025
Doctors can potentially interrogate and correct it in real time, reinforcing (rather than eroding) their own diagnostic skills.
—David Autor, The Atlantic, 24 Aug. 2025
The traditional barriers surrounding proprietary AI are eroding, ushering in a new era of innovation that will redefine the global AI race.
—Vandana Rana, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Agustino Fontevecchia, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
As Robert Putnam documented in Bowling Alone, the churches, neighborhood associations, and bowling leagues that once anchored American communities have steadily lost members and influence, eroding civic life and our trust in one another.
—Todd Rogers, Time, 4 Sep. 2025
The personal misdemeanors of executives, when made public, often become linked with their corporate responsibilities, eroding trust in the business and potentially affecting bottom lines.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Sep. 2025
These were laid down by ancient rivers eroding the surrounding mountains.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 29 Aug. 2025
As tools proliferate and expectations rise, organizations risk eroding trust, productivity, and emotional well-being unless this issue is addressed head-on.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2025
China's anti-involution campaign aims to dissuade industries against destructive price wars to gain market share at the expense of eroding profits.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 25 Aug. 2025
Doctors can potentially interrogate and correct it in real time, reinforcing (rather than eroding) their own diagnostic skills.
—David Autor, The Atlantic, 24 Aug. 2025
The traditional barriers surrounding proprietary AI are eroding, ushering in a new era of innovation that will redefine the global AI race.
—Vandana Rana, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eroding
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In late March, a 3-year-old Leavenworth boy known as EJ fell asleep for the night on a neighbor’s couch after eating grapes.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
7 Sep. 2025
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To support your prostate health, focus on eating healthy fats, fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
7 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement Sports fandom has a special power to connect people, especially at a time when so many of our traditional civic bonds are fraying.—
Todd Rogers,
Time,
4 Sep. 2025
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About eight or nine hours into a punishing shoot, nerves were fraying, and Mike McGuirk was getting chewed out by a camera operator.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Sep. 2025
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The two initial quakes flattened villages in both provinces, destroying more than 6,700 homes, and rescue workers pulled bodies from the rubble on Thursday.—
Mohammad Yunus Yawar,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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As Greengrass was editing the picture, wildfires tore through the Pacific Palisades and Altadena in Southern California, killing residents and destroying homes.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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The friends were both wearing some form of American flag on their outfits and were visiting from Syracuse, New York.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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The style is perfect for wearing into the cooler months, as it can easily be layered over cozy knits.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
3 Sep. 2025
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Work it into the fabric by massaging it with the pads of your fingers or by rubbing the fabric against itself.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Sep. 2025
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These trees are always vulnerable to the male deer, known as bucks, rubbing their antlers on the trunks of the trees.—
Chris McKeown,
The Enquirer,
30 Aug. 2025
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The move is meant to help people start recovering quickly while reducing financial stress on property owners, City Administrator Jim Archambo told members of the council.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Other lifestyle changes—like exercising, eating whole foods, and reducing stress—can help lower your blood pressure.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
29 Aug. 2025
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“Eroding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eroding. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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