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Verb grind down has 1 sense
- tyrannize, tyrannise, grind down - rule a country as a tyrant
--1 is one way to dictate
Sample sentence:
Somebody ----s something
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Term: Grind Down
Description:
Grind down is a phrasal verb that refers to the act of wearing down or reducing something, typically through persistent or repetitive efforts. It can signify physically grinding an object or mentally wearing down a person's resolve or determination.
Senses and Usages:
- Transitive Verb - Physical Grinding:
- Example Sentence 1: The carpenter used a sanding machine to grind down the rough edges of the wooden table.
- Example Sentence 2: I need to grind down these coffee beans to make a fresh cup of coffee.
- Transitive Verb - Mental Weakening:
- Example Sentence 1: The constant pressure and criticism from her boss seemed to grind down her enthusiasm for the job.
- Example Sentence 2: The long hours and demanding workload began to grind me down, affecting my overall motivation.
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