undermine
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In that case, the crisis raises inflation across developing Asia and dampens gross domestic product growth in energy-importing economies this year, but doesn’t materially undermine the region’s resilience.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
The U.S. military struck Iraq’s electrical infrastructure during the 1991 Persian Gulf War to undermine the adversary’s ability to command its forces and operate its air defense.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
"Don't let AI technology undermine your willingness to trust anything you see and hear," said Hannah Covington, senior director of education content at the nonprofit News Literacy Project.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
As for specific rules, we certainly support strong rules that limit manipulation, insider trading, or other forms of abuse that can undermine the integrity of these markets.
From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026
She was afraid that if I called her Aunt Addie I would undermine the morale of the students.
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
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The Crucible
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