severely erode
Frequency: 7.211.1 per million words
To erode to an extreme or harsh degree.
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- The scandal severely eroded public trust in the government.
- His constant criticism has severely eroded her self-confidence.
- Hyperinflation can severely erode the value of your savings.
- The company's market share was severely eroded by new competitors.
- The new legislation threatens to severely erode civil liberties.
- Years of acid rain have severely eroded the ancient stonework of the cathedral.
- The powerful waves had severely eroded the cliff face, making it unstable.
- A series of broken promises will severely erode anyone's credibility.
- Decades of neglect have severely eroded the city's infrastructure.
- The controversial decision severely eroded support for the party leader.