wears (away)

verb

Definition of wears (away)next
present tense third-person singular of wear (away)
as in washes out

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  1. erodes
  2. undermines
  3. deteriorates
  4. weakens
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  • Expectations shape perception, and failing to meet them erodes trust.
    Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
  • This kind of polarization erodes trust, relationships, and performance.
    Ann Kowal Smith, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of erodes
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  • Zelle issued a statement claiming that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s suit undermines Zelle, and will empower criminals and hurt small businesses and community banks.
    Corina Vanek, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
  • This lack of visibility undermines trust and raises concerns about data quality, privacy, and potential biases.
    Max (Chong) Li, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of undermines
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  • The symptoms will worsen as the spinal cord deteriorates over time.
    Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
  • This ability deteriorates further with general hearing loss, which is becoming more prevalent as people live longer, and can lead to social isolation.
    IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of deteriorates
Verb
  • An easy monetary policy typically weakens a country’s currency, making exports cheaper and potentially supports growth in the face of tariffs.
    Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Doing so weakens your home's heating system and is a fire hazard.
    Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of weakens
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