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erodes

verb as in deteriorate; wear away

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Mr Manemahaga said he’s seen first-hand the effects of global warming on his nation, as it causes more powerful cyclones and erodes the coastline causing homes to fall into the water.

From BBC

Lawyers, former judges, opposition politicians and many citizens also criticised him saying “the presence of a politician at a private event erodes the perception of impartiality of the judiciary”.

From BBC

This prolonged exposure increases the acidity of the mouth, erodes the teeth and causes cavities.

Shemia-Goeke reports that corporations depend on workers, consumers, investors, insurers, legislators and others: “When these constituencies withdraw their consent and support … their ability to pursue their goals and their power erodes.”

From Salon

Landslides are part of the natural process that erodes mountains and moves sediment to the ocean through river systems.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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