attrition
Example Sentences
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Barron’s reported in early February that the regulator’s storied Chicago office had zero enforcement attorneys and progress on enforcement actions had been slowed by layoffs and attrition.
From Barron's
Nobody is hanging a mission accomplished banner on the industrial base, and 16 months is still a long time in a war of attrition.
The Transportation Security Administration, which runs airport safety, warned on X that a prolonged shutdown could result in "significant" consequences including staff attrition, longer wait times, and delayed and cancelled flights.
From Barron's
Tuesday's war of attrition will hardly silence Arsenal's critics, but Arteta won't care about that after leading his team to Wembley.
From Barron's
“Wars of attrition can be lost gradually, then suddenly,” said Gabuev.
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