Lose ground, say Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Sunday, February 9, 2025 · 83-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 9, 2025 · 83-Across · 5 letters
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become ground down or deteriorate; "Her confidence eroded"
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