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Atrition

Part of speech: Noun

Definition: The process of gradually reducing the number of employees in a company or organization by not replacing those who leave

Example sentence: The company experienced a decrease in manpower through natural attrition rather than layoffs.

Part of speech: Noun

Definition: The action of gradually making something weaker or less effective due to continuous pressure or damage

Example sentence: The constant exposure to the sun caused the erosion and attrition of the paint on the outside walls of the building.

Part of speech: Noun

Definition: The process of wearing down the surfaces of materials through friction or contact

Example sentence: The constant rubbing and grinding of the gears resulted in attrition, causing them to lose their efficiency.

Part of speech: Verb

Definition: To gradually reduce the number or strength of something over time

Example sentence: The constant exposure to stress and tension attrited his willpower and motivation.

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