whittle away

ریشه

Derived from the verb 'whittle', which means to carve or shape wood with a knife, and 'away', indicating a removal or disappearance.

مثال

• Inflation has whittled away the value of their savings.
• She whittled away her inheritance on frivolous purchases.
• The company's market share has been whittled away by competitors.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Whittle away savings Whittle away inheritance Whittle away time Whittle away resources