as in erosion
a gradual weakening, loss, or destruction
the corrosion of family values that is often brought on by great wealth
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Recent Examples of corrosion
Cuba’s aging thermal power plants—the backbone of the system, nearly all of which run on crude oil or fuel oil—are becoming less reliable, and must operate well below capacity because of fuel shortages and corrosion.
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IEEE Spectrum, 1 July 2025
Items that easily rust and experience corrosion are more likely to be damaged and won’t last.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025
The plan centers around the installation of a dehumidification system for the four main cables that support the bridge — the longest suspension bridge in North America — which MTA officials say will keep corrosion at bay for decades.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 23 June 2025
Despite being lightweight, the weeder is built with durability in mind and has a rust-resistant coating that protects it from corrosion and degradation over time.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 July 2025
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IEEE Spectrum, 1 July 2025
Items that easily rust and experience corrosion are more likely to be damaged and won’t last.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025
The plan centers around the installation of a dehumidification system for the four main cables that support the bridge — the longest suspension bridge in North America — which MTA officials say will keep corrosion at bay for decades.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 23 June 2025
Despite being lightweight, the weeder is built with durability in mind and has a rust-resistant coating that protects it from corrosion and degradation over time.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for corrosion
erosion
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This has been primarily due to the wall’s waterspouts (installed during the British Raj), which caused a discharge of monsoon rainwater, resulting in deep erosion and damage.—
Sonya Rehman,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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In cases of severe erosion and decay, crowns can help preserve teeth and maintain function for many years.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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“Corrosion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/corrosion. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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