gradually erode
Frequency: 7.818.3 per million words
To erode slowly and by small amounts over time.
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- His constant lies have gradually eroded our trust in him.
- The sea is gradually eroding the fragile coastline.
- Inflation gradually erodes the value of your savings.
- The series of political scandals gradually eroded the government's authority.
- Years of neglect had gradually eroded the foundation of the old building.
- Civil liberties can be gradually eroded by successive small changes in the law.
- Without proper care, the fertile topsoil will gradually erode, leading to desertification.
- The relentless criticism from the media began to gradually erode her confidence.
- Unresolved conflicts will gradually erode the bonds of any relationship.
- If you don't practice, your hard-earned skills will gradually erode over time.