undercutting

Definition of undercuttingnext
present participle of undercut

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for undercutting
Verb
  • Patriotism is also a factor, and expressions of fear can be seen as undermining a nation under attack.
    Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Experts warn that militarizing the anti-cartel fight risks undermining rule of law in regions where civilian institutions are weak and corruption is endemic.
    Joshua Goodman, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The losses were sapping their strength and stamina.
    ABC News, ABC News, 28 Feb. 2026
  • But the theories stemming from the intense public interest can create serious problems for investigators — sapping time and resources that should be dedicated to solving the case and finding Guthrie, experts say.
    Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • That hasn’t happened, and attacks continue to fly, potentially weakening the eventual GOP nominee.
    Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 9 Mar. 2026
  • Bank of England officials will now have to weigh the risks of weakening demand in the UK economy, against surging oil and gas prices.
    Irina Anghel, Bloomberg, 9 Mar. 2026
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“Undercutting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undercutting. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.

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