to eat away at
01
徐々に侵食する, じわじわと破壊する
to slowly remove or destroy something over time
例
Over time, the rust began to eat away at the metal bridge, causing structural concerns.
時間が経つにつれて、錆が金属の橋を侵食し始め、構造上の懸念を引き起こしました。
Neglecting dental hygiene can allow plaque to eat away at tooth enamel, leading to cavities.
歯の衛生を怠ると、プラークが歯のエナメル質を侵食し、虫歯になることがあります。
02
徐々に減らす, 蝕む
to gradually reduce the amount of something, typically through a slow and continuous process
例
The rising inflation began to eat away at the purchasing power of the currency.
上昇するインフレは通貨の購買力を蝕み始めました。
Constant snacking can eat away at your appetite for healthier meals.
常におやつを食べることは、より健康的な食事への食欲を蝕む可能性があります。
03
蝕む, 弱らせる
to make someone feel very worried over a long period of time, often through a persistent and troubling situation
例
The uncertainty of the job market began to eat away at her confidence and peace of mind.
労働市場の不確実性が彼女の自信と心の平安をむしばみ始めた。
The ongoing legal disputes started to eat away at the business owner's sense of security.
進行中の法的紛争は、事業主の安全感を蝕み始めました。
