Erode

Answer:

EATAWAY

Hint:

Think of how acid might slowly damage metal or how constant waves reshape a coastline over time.

Explanation:

"Erode" hints at something gradually wearing down, which is exactly what "eat away" means—like how water slowly eats away at rock. The answer "EATAWAY" is a two-word phrase squished into one, a common crossword trick where spaces are removed. Think of it as "eat away" without the gap, matching the clue’s idea of erosion or decay.

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General solving tip

Words like 'said,' 'reportedly,' or 'sounds like' point to homophones—an answer that sounds like another word or phrase. Read the clue aloud in your head.

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