weaken
/ˈwikən/
verb
- To make or become less strong physically, structurally, or in power.
- His illness weakened him so much that he could barely walk.
- The constant rain weakened the old wooden fence.
- The storm weakened as it moved over the mountains.
- To reduce the effectiveness, intensity, or influence of something.
- Repeated failures weakened his resolve to continue.
- The scandal weakened the government's authority.
- Adding water to the juice weakens its flavor.
- To become less determined or resistant; to give in.
- The negotiator refused to weaken under pressure.
- She weakened and agreed to let them stay up late.
- His arguments weakened when he saw her crying.
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