undermine
Example Sentences
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He warned the Albanian government to “refrain from action” that could undermine its effort to join the EU.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
It’s Didion’s ability to undermine — to slip a blade between the ribs — in a single sentence that has always thrilled the critic in me.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
He called on them "to be clear with the public" and that "failure to do so will profoundly undermine confidence in MLAs".
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
"I don't know why these individuals attacked or what they are trying to do, but I refuse to let these dangerous acts undermine New Jersey's commitment to public safety," Sherrill said on X.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
He married and had children, but his post-traumatic stress disorder continued to undermine his ability to manage his behavior.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
Vocabulary lists containing undermine
The Crucible
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The SAT: Words to Capture Tone, List 4
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Grade 9, List 2
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