as in corrosion
a gradual weakening, loss, or destruction
the erosion of the banks along the river worries flood experts
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Recent Examples of erosion
The painting is both a lovely composition and a comment on the erosion of public trust in science.
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Sharon Mizota, Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
Other common problems include equipment deterioration stemming from poor maintenance and erosion of wastewater holding ponds.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Feb. 2026
This erosion is already visible.
—Deb Roy, The Atlantic, 15 Feb. 2026
Ocean City and Strathmere declared local state of emergencies after suffering severe erosion, which left many homes vulnerable.
—Ryan Hughes, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
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Sharon Mizota, Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 2026
Other common problems include equipment deterioration stemming from poor maintenance and erosion of wastewater holding ponds.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Feb. 2026
This erosion is already visible.
—Deb Roy, The Atlantic, 15 Feb. 2026
Ocean City and Strathmere declared local state of emergencies after suffering severe erosion, which left many homes vulnerable.
—Ryan Hughes, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for erosion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for erosion
corrosion
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Due to its strength, contact with even a diluted bleach solution can cause pitting (localized, severe corrosion causing small holes) and rusting on blades.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Feb. 2026
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Since the solution requires salt, there are likely significant corrosion and stability questions to be answered before using it in the real world.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Erosion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/erosion. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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