erodes

Example Sentences

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Purists worry that deploying these hunting technologies erodes the notion of fair chase—the idea that hunters should give free-ranging game a reasonable chance of escape.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

“Corruption doesn’t just slow progress, it distorts it. It raises costs, weakens competition, and erodes the trust that markets depend on. It’s not a victimless problem,” Johnson said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

Conversely, a lack of transparency breeds distrust and erodes institutional legitimacy.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

If confidence in the government’s fiscal management over the long run erodes, borrowing costs could rise, putting additional pressure on the budget.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

But the liquid from within bounced on the still water like a violent rainstorm that erodes the land.

From "The Ugly One" by Leanne Statland Ellis