etiolates

verb

present tense third-person singular of etiolate
as in weakens
to diminish the physical strength of the long, stressful days and sleepless nights gradually etiolated him

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  1. weakens
  2. softens
  3. wastes
Verb
  • Fresh concrete is alkaline enough to shield the metal from rust, but carbonation gradually lowers its pH and weakens that protection.
    — Sam Macdonald, Scientific American, 11 July 2026
  • As the sun grows lighter, its gravitational grip weakens, pushing the surviving planets outward into a wider orbit that could double their distance from the star, according to NASA.
    — Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of weakens
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  • Heading west, the terrain softens into the farmland of Skagit Valley, known for its vibrant tulip fields and charming towns like La Conner.
    — Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026
  • Kindness toward yourself softens stubborn self-critique and helps confidence return naturally.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 10 July 2026
Definition of softens
Verb
  • This creates friction, wastes time, and increases exposure to identity fraud, despite the existing technology for digital credentials.
    — Raj Ananthanpillai, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
  • Beth wastes no time shutting down the conversation.
    — Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Definition of wastes
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“Etiolates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/etiolates. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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