eating away

Example Sentences

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“We are not seeing a big whoosh in the economy. We are seeing a strengthening recovery. It’s a cyclical recovery that is eating away at spare capacity from a cyclical low point,” Conway said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Some 43% said higher interest rates and their impact on their ability to borrow money were the main thing eating away at their wealth.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 27, 2025

But underneath the sea is eating away, until one day it all suddenly collapses.

From BBC • Sep. 18, 2025

“How do you balance staying informed and not eating away at your own mental health?” she said.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2025

He looks down at his hands and I can see the shame eating away at him.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett