weathering
US /ˈweð.ɚ.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈweð.ɚ.ɪŋ/
1.
altération, érosion
the process of wearing away or changing the appearance or texture of something by long exposure to the air
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The ancient ruins showed signs of extensive weathering.
Les ruines antiques montraient des signes d'altération extensive.
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Chemical weathering can break down rocks over time.
L'altération chimique peut décomposer les roches au fil du temps.
2.
traverser, affronter
the action of enduring a difficult situation or period
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The company is weathering the economic downturn well.
L'entreprise traverse bien le ralentissement économique.
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They are weathering the storm of public criticism.
Ils bravent la tempête de critiques publiques.