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to eat away at
01
ronger, détériorer progressivement
to slowly remove or destroy something over time
informations grammaticales
composition morphologique
à particule
verbe d’action
régulier
inséparable
particule
away at
verbe de base
eat
présent
eat away at
3e personne du singulier
eats away at
participe présent
eating away at
passé simple
ate away at
participe passé
eaten away at
Exemples
Over time, the rust began to eat away at the metal bridge, causing structural concerns.
Avec le temps, la rouille a commencé à ronger le pont métallique, provoquant des inquiétudes structurelles.
02
grignoter, éroder
to gradually reduce the amount of something, typically through a slow and continuous process
Exemples
The rising inflation began to eat away at the purchasing power of the currency.
L'inflation croissante a commencé à éroder le pouvoir d'achat de la monnaie.
03
ronger, miner
to make someone feel very worried over a long period of time, often through a persistent and troubling situation
Exemples
The uncertainty of the job market began to eat away at her confidence and peace of mind.
L'incertitude du marché du travail a commencé à ronger sa confiance et sa tranquillité d'esprit.
