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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are undermining" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe an ongoing action that is damaging or weakening something, often in a negative context.
Example: "The recent policy changes are undermining the trust between the management and the employees."
Alternatives: "are eroding" or "are weakening".
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are undermining
verb
To dig underneath (something), to make a passage or for destructive or military purposes; to sap.
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"You are undermining me, Chas.
He fears cuts are undermining teaching quality.
"They are undermining the two-state solution.
"They're the ones who are undermining peace.
Other developments are undermining the stick.
In Bosnia squabbling politicians are undermining the state.
But Europe's own troubles are undermining any sense of Schadenfreude.
Or is it others who are undermining it?
They are undermining national cohesion in ways large and small.
But now the inherent flaws are undermining the project.
If he really believes settlements are undermining peace, why abstain?
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