erode
US /ɪˈroʊd/
UK /ɪˈroʊd/
1.
corroer, erosionar
to gradually wear away or destroy something
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The constant wind and rain eroded the ancient ruins.
O vento e a chuva constantes corroeram as ruínas antigas.
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Over time, the river eroded the banks, making them wider.
Com o tempo, o rio corroeu as margens, tornando-as mais largas.
2.
corroer, minar
to gradually destroy or weaken something, especially a quality or value
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Lack of trust can erode a relationship.
A falta de confiança pode corroer um relacionamento.
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His authority began to erode after the scandal.
Sua autoridade começou a se corroer após o escândalo.