undermine

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On May 5, Rubio attended a conference at the military’s Southern Command in Miami, where he and military leaders discussed “efforts to counter threats that undermine security, stability and democracy in our hemisphere.”

From Salon • May 12, 2026

"Omitting names could risk discontent among bereaved families and undermine its purpose."

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Two longtime energy traders — who asked for anonymity because they were not authorized by their employers to speak publicly — said the activity looked suspicious enough to undermine confidence in the market.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

"We express our grave concerns regarding economic coercion, including coercion through arbitrary export restrictions that may lead to supply chain disruptions, notably for critical minerals, and undermine economic security and resilience," the ministers said.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

To that end, one must know the enemy’s purpose before adopting a strategy to undermine it.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela