erode
Example Sentences
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If confidence in the government’s fiscal management over the long run erodes, borrowing costs could rise, putting additional pressure on the budget.
From Barron's
To the extent more stock trading moves from traditional markets to the blockchain, traditional firms could also see their profits erode.
From Barron's
For example, AI could hurt the value of legacy software, online competition might erode retail margins and home construction is always competitive.
She said a Year 8 reading assessment would increase pressure on pupils at a point in their education when confidence matters most, and that it would narrow the curriculum and erode teacher autonomy.
From BBC
Keep an eye on fees, as they can quietly erode returns.
From MarketWatch
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