corrode

"The salt water is slowly corroding the metal railing on the balcony. "

"The corrosive of constant criticism slowly eroded her confidence. "

"The heavy rain diminished the size of the garden flowers. "

"Dust particles floated in the sunbeam coming through the window. "

"The plants gradually grew taller over the summer. "

"The caustic spilled on the science lab table quickly ate away at the plastic. "

"Hooligans destroy unprovoked."

"The saltwater aquarium contained many colorful fish. "

"The battery acid corroded the metal terminals of the flashlight. "

"The rust on the old car is a clear sign of corrosion. "

"Separate the articles from the headings."

"The lightning caused thunder."