erosion

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“Over the past decades, the U.S. has experienced a steady erosion of its ability to build ships and manufacture critical maritime infrastructure,” said Saronic CEO Dino Mavrookas.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

These have resulted in weaker profitability and greater net asset value erosion over time relative to business-development company peers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

The trust said this would create habitat for wildlife as well as support the working farm by creating firebreaks and protecting soil from erosion.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

My son, a college librarian, has seen that phenomenon as well as a general erosion of research skills and decision-making aptitude among some students.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2026

But ahead were the naked granite mountains, rising out of erosion nibble and standing monolithic against the sky.

From "The Pearl" by John Steinbeck