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undermining

/ˌʌndərˈmaɪnɪŋ/

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verb

تقويض، نسف

To dig underneath (something), to make a passage for destructive or military purposes; to sap.

Examples :

"His constant criticism was undermining her confidence in her ability to do the job. "

كان انتقاده المستمر يقوض ثقتها في قدرتها على القيام بالمهمة.

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verb

تقويض، إضعاف

To weaken or work against; to hinder, sabotage.

Examples :

"The war efforts were undermined by the constant bickering between the allies."

قوضت الجهود الحربية بسبب المشاحنات المستمرة بين الحلفاء.

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verb

تقويض، إضعاف

To erode the base or foundation of something, e.g. by the action of water.

Examples :

"The heavy rain was undermining the foundation of the old house. "

كان المطر الغزير يقوض أساس المنزل القديم.

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noun

تقويض

The act or process by which something is undermined.

Examples :

"The constant criticizing of his work was an act of undermining, eventually leading to his resignation. "

كان النقد المستمر لعمله عملاً من أعمال التقويض، مما أدى في النهاية إلى استقالته.