undermined

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Dr Eleanor Drage of Cambridge University said "this isn't just a question of people making unwise choices," but that we are "undermined by the immersive nature of the technology".

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

This leaves policymakers operating in a world of uncertainty, interpreting imperfect signals and using models undermined by gaps in real-time knowledge.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

She added that while her daughter's primary school has been supportive, her confidence can be undermined by mistakes or uncertainty in other settings.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

County sample ballot, safety issues have undermined community trust in district leadership.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

These two scandals coming together undermined the credibility of the government and strengthened our hand.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela