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chip away

chip away


verb 
Definition:
 
1. transitive and intransitive verb gradually destroy or reduce: to destroy, reduce, or make something weaker by gradually and persistently attacking it
comments designed to chip away at my self-esteem

2. intransitive verb break pieces off something: to break small pieces off something solid persistently and over a period of time

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