saps

Example Sentences

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That synchrotron radiation saps the electrons’ energy, so when accelerators were built just for experiments in particle physics, it was an unavoidable waste.

From Science Magazine

But in practice, these gatekeepers are often too zealous, slowing the passage of ions they are meant to let sail through, which saps device performance.

From Science Magazine

A chip supply glut, which started from the consumer electronics market, has seeped into broader markets like enterprise and industrial as rising interest rates saps spending across the board.

From Reuters

But the noncommittal tone saps authenticity from the film, and Harrison is left floundering to put together a compelling performance from an uncomplicated character.

From Los Angeles Times

The South American country is battling annual inflation above 100%, one of the highest levels globally, which saps earning power and has sharpened a cost-of-living crisis, hurting the ruling Peronist coalition ahead of elections in October.

From Reuters