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whittle (away)
[ˈwɪtl]
📖 Definition
v. reduce, diminish, cut down, erode, wear away
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A candle flame slowly growing smaller until it flickers out
💬 Example Sentence
The storm began to whittle (away) as the winds shifted direction.
📝 Word Roots & Related
whittle down