effectively undermine
Frequency: 7.111.5 per million words
to weaken or damage something in a way that produces the intended result
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- The ongoing scandal threatened to effectively undermine the politician's credibility.
- Their lack of cooperation will effectively undermine any efforts towards a peaceful resolution.
- Careless remarks can effectively undermine trust within a team.
- The new regulations were designed to effectively undermine the black market.
- His constant questioning served to effectively undermine the witness's testimony.
- Such actions could effectively undermine the stability of the entire system.
- Without proper support, even the best intentions can be effectively undermined.
- The propaganda campaign aimed to effectively undermine public confidence in the government.
- Over time, small acts of defiance can effectively undermine an oppressive regime.
- Her rival sought to effectively undermine her reputation with false accusations.