undercut

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His fierce criticism of illegal immigration — Chavez argued that they undercut his unionization efforts — put him at odds with immigration activists.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

Then, on the day of Team USA’s first game, Harper accidentally undercut the enthusiasm.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

England's efforts were undercut by a string of errors.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

After a relatively strong year in 2025, electric-vehicle sales are predicted to slow overall in 2026, undercut by the expiration of tax credits in September.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 6, 2026

It is, in fact, a downbeat speech, almost an informal State of the Union address, designed to undercut the revelry and prepare the country for years of more pain and struggle.

From "Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever" by Bill O'Reilly