atrophy
verbTo waste away or become weaker through lack of use.
Weaken through disuse
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Clear all filtersTo waste away or become weaker through lack of use.
Weaken through disuse
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Seriously weakening strength or ability.
A reduction or loss in an ability, function, or working capacity.
Continuing without weakening or letting up.
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