undermine
Example Sentences
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"The public should have trust in healthcare professionals and if you express political opinions, it can undermine that trust," she said.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Some finance ministers, central bankers and financiers have since expressed serious concerns about it, fearing the model could undermine the security of all financial systems.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Buyout firms are starting to explore ways to invest in legal-services companies, and many lawyers and lawmakers are concerned that this money could undermine the relationship between lawyers and their clients.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
"I don't know why these individuals attacked or what they are trying to do, but I refuse to let these dangerous acts undermine New Jersey's commitment to public safety," Sherrill said on X.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
She would be lonely and prey for people who sought to undermine her under the guise of being her friends.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
Vocabulary lists containing undermine
The Crucible
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