weaken

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There are now growing concerns within the 32-member Nato alliance that the latest US decision could weaken the organisation.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Every week, layoffs and mergers weaken these once-sturdy businesses.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

The result has been a sharp rise in oil prices, which tends to weaken the currencies of energy importers such as Japan as it means a bigger import bill, faster inflation and weaker economic growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

He expects the dollar to weaken, providing a tailwind for U.S.-dollar investors, and he likes valuations in those markets.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

Her knees would weaken, and she would have to go somewhere and lie down.

From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini