chip away
US /tʃɪp əˈweɪ/
UK /tʃɪp əˈweɪ/
片語動詞
1.
一點點地削減, 逐漸削弱
to gradually reduce something, especially a problem or a large amount of something
範例:
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We need to chip away at the debt until it's gone.
我們需要一點點地削減債務，直到它消失。
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The constant criticism began to chip away at her confidence.
持續的批評開始一點點地削弱她的信心。
2.
鑿掉, 侵蝕
to remove small pieces from something by cutting or breaking them off
範例:
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The sculptor began to chip away at the block of marble.
雕塑家開始鑿掉大理石塊。
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Over time, the waves will chip away at the cliff face.
隨著時間的推移，海浪會侵蝕懸崖面。