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2 English Phrasal Verbs With 'GNAW'

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2 phrasal verbs with 'GNAW'

Gnaw at

  1. Trouble, worry or annoy someone
    (Inseparable | International English)
    » Example: I know it was wrong and guilt has GNAWED AT me ever since I did it.
  2. Harm gradually
    (Inseparable | International English)
    » Example: The government's dishonesty has GNAWED AT people's trust in politicians.

Gnaw away at

  1. Harm gradually
    (Inseparable | International English)
    » Example: Their behaviour GNAWED AWAY AT our trust in them.

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