as in to erode
to consume or wear away gradually
water slowly corrodes iron
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Recent Examples of corrode
These items can split, warp, rust, corrode, or mildew when left in a humid storage unit or attic for too long.
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
This corrodes faith in our democratic system.
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The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
9 June 2026
But if a transmission main breaks or a treatment plant makes a mistake, that plaque could corrode or dislodge.
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Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
4 June 2026
Neither captures the gut punch of betrayal when something precious is corroded beyond recognition.
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Eric Ries,
Time,
28 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for corrode
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
This corrodes faith in our democratic system.
—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
9 June 2026
But if a transmission main breaks or a treatment plant makes a mistake, that plaque could corrode or dislodge.
—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
4 June 2026
Neither captures the gut punch of betrayal when something precious is corroded beyond recognition.
—
Eric Ries,
Time,
28 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for corrode
Recent Examples of Synonyms for corrode
erode
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But Koppl traced a distinctly American lineage through a chain of precedents dating back more than 50 years, each one further eroding the market discipline that profit-and-loss accountability is supposed to provide.
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Moscow says the strike was retaliation for Ukraine’s 40-day campaign on Russian oil refineries and supply lines, which has fueled shortages, hit Crimea and eroded battlefield momentum.
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“Corrode.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/corrode. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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