as in to wear
to damage or diminish by continued friction
the desert's windblown sands had corraded much of the ancient stone's inscription
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John tried physical therapy and wearing a brace, but the spine kept worsening.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
23 July 2025 -
Meanwhile, Jackie opted for a long black Giambattista Valli gown featuring a floral neckline, while Sadie and Sunny also chose casual chic outfits for the bash, with the eldest daughter wearing a black top and baggy jeans, while Sunny donned a white T-shirt and jeans.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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But the context in which the show is premiering makes this a surreal project, where legal rights and principles we were once told were sacrosanct are being eroded.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
23 July 2025
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Inflation is an inevitable economic reality that erodes your purchasing power over time.—
Prasanna Kumar,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Or the woven wool area rug in your perfect blue is frayed in one spot.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 July 2025
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Pakistan is grappling with economic volatility, regional instability, and fraying alliances.—
Jack Rosen,
New York Daily News,
21 July 2025
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“Corrade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/corrade. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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