undermine
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“The latest attacks further undermine hopes that the April ceasefire can be restored and raise the risk of prolonged disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz,” the analysts add.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
It’s Didion’s ability to undermine — to slip a blade between the ribs — in a single sentence that has always thrilled the critic in me.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
The justice secretary added he could not go into detail on the case because it would "undermine the discussions that we're having with the Iranians".
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
"Naval Station Guantanamo Bay is a vital operational and logistical hub that supports US military efforts to counter threats that undermine security, stability and democracy in our hemisphere," US Southern Command said.
From Barron's • May 30, 2026
Since Sebond had harnessed faith and reason together, Montaigne’s critique set out to undermine faith by showing that all claims to knowledge are overstated.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
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Vocabulary lists containing undermine
The Crucible
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Grade 9, List 2
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