词汇 "eat away at" 在中文的含义

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eat away at

US /iːt əˈweɪ æt/

UK /iːt əˈweɪ æt/

侵蚀, 逐渐破坏

to gradually damage or destroy something

示例:

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The constant criticism began to eat away at her confidence.

持续的批评开始侵蚀她的信心。

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Rust can eat away at metal over time.

锈迹会随着时间腐蚀金属。

同义词:

erode corrode undermine gnaw at wear away

困扰, 折磨, 侵蚀

to cause someone to feel anxious or worried over a period of time

示例:

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The uncertainty of the future began to eat away at him.

未来的不确定性开始困扰他。

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Guilt can eat away at a person's conscience.

内疚会侵蚀一个人的良心。

同义词:

trouble disturb bother worry torment