How is the word minar translated from Portuguese to English

English translation
undermine
verb

Enfraquecer algo gradualmente.

To weaken something gradually.

Examples with “minar”

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  • Os mexericos minaram a autoridade dela. — Gossip undermined her authority.

  • As críticas constantes podem minar a confiança dela. — The constant criticism may undermine her confidence.

  • Faltar aos treinos vai minar o teu progresso. — Skipping practice will undermine your progress.

  • Ele não teve intenção de minar os nossos esforços, pois não? — He did not intend to undermine our efforts, did he?

  • Os materiais baratos minam todo o design? — Do cheap materials undermine the whole design?

  • Por favor, não mines a moral da equipa. — Please do not undermine the team's morale.

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