- present participle of undermine.
undermining
Example Sentences
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Such assertions do not reflect the realities of modern Korea and risk undermining confidence in one of America’s closest allies.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
The findings, published in Conservation Letters, suggest that governments risk undermining conservation gains when they fail to address the long-term financial and social costs that wildlife recovery can place on local residents.
From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026
She added that the impact of rural crime extended "beyond financial loss, undermining trust and connection, often leaving a trauma that can remain with farmers, their families and wider communities for a lifetime".
From BBC • May 30, 2026
South Africa's international standing has meanwhile been dented, undermining its post-apartheid image as a champion of human rights and African solidarity.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
More and more kids saw her cheer- leading behavior as undermining the basketball team and its perfect record.
From "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli
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