erosions

plural of erosion
as in corrosions
a gradual weakening, loss, or destruction the erosion of the banks along the river worries flood experts

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Recent Examples of erosions He’s known for building intentional cracks and erosions into his works, which often reveal an interior geology of materials like crystals or gears, and more recently, labyrinth staircases populated with small figures, not unlike a surreal antique dollhouse. Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 11 Mar. 2026 These erosions leak into other areas of law. Emily Galvin Almanza, Literary Hub, 18 Feb. 2026 Rivals Fox News Channel and CNN are seen experiencing similar erosions in that period. Brian Steinberg, Variety, 23 Feb. 2025 Erosive gastritis develops when inflammation damages the stomach lining, leading to ulcers (open sores) and shallow breaks (erosions). Lindsay Curtis, Health, 22 Nov. 2024 Scholars have noted that the backsliding of democracy around the world may lead to further erosions of reproductive rights. Nina Brooks, Foreign Affairs, 16 June 2022
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  • Genre-bending authors are often well-suited to making sense of the daily horrors and subtle corrosions.
    Mariella Rudi, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
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  • Boise State football held its summer media day on Wednesday afternoon, opening up coaches and 10 players to a cascade of questions, from in-depth positional breakdowns to each player’s favorite childhood TV show.
    Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 23 July 2026
  • Last season, the Rams lost several games that featured major special teams breakdowns.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026

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“Erosions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/erosions. Accessed 26 Jul. 2026.

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