Eat Into (Verb)
Meaning
Gnaw into; make resentful or angry; "The injustice rankled her"; "his resentment festered".
Classification
Verbs of feeling.
Examples
- Her anger at being passed over for promotion ate into her every waking moment, fueling her resentment towards the company.
- The memory of his broken promise ate into her trust and made her question their relationship.
- The injustice of the verdict ate into the community, sparking protests and demands for reform.
- The delays and setbacks ate into his confidence, making him doubt his ability to complete the project on time.
- The poor treatment by her manager ate into her enthusiasm and passion for her job, leaving her feeling jaded and unfulfilled.