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erode support

[ɪˈroʊd səˈpɔːrt]
verb phrase
erosionar o apoio; minar o apoio
1. To gradually weaken or reduce support for someone or something, typically through continuous criticism, loss of confidence, or deteriorating conditions
The scandal began to erode support for the government among voters.
O escândalo começou a minar o apoio ao governo entre os eleitores.
2. To cause a gradual decline in backing, endorsement, or allegiance
Constant delays eroded support for the construction project.
Os atrasos constantes erosionaram o apoio ao projeto de construção.
Synonyms
undermine supportweaken supportdiminish supportreduce supporteat away at supportsap support
Antonyms
strengthen supportbolster supportreinforce supportconsolidate supportbuild support

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
minar o apoio; erosionar o apoio
Both terms are commonly used in political and business contexts
Portugal
minar o apoio; desgastar o apoio
Desgastar is also frequently used to indicate gradual wearing away

Related Idioms & Phrases

eat away at someone's support
chip away at support
lose ground
fall from grace
lose favor
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