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undermines

/ˌʌndərˈmaɪnz/

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verb

Подрывать, разрушать

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

Examples :

"His constant complaining undermines the team's morale. "

Его постоянные жалобы подрывают моральный дух команды.

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verb

Подрывать, ослаблять

To weaken or work against; to hinder, sabotage.

Examples :

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

Военные усилия были подорваны постоянными препирательствами между союзниками.

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verb

Размывать, подрывать

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

Examples :

"The constant rain undermines the foundation of the old house, making it unsafe to live in. "

Постоянный дождь размывает фундамент старого дома, делая его небезопасным для проживания.

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