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Definition
To sink or destroy.
- to strike and sink a vessel
- figurativeto destroy or crush, especially confidence or morale
colloquialdaily actionsemotion
How it's used
Primarily used metaphorically to describe ruining someone's morale, confidence, or a business venture. While it can literally refer to sinking a ship, it is much more common in daily life to describe the act of crushing someone's hopes or plans.
Examples
They want to sink the company.
Are you trying to destroy my confidence?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe physical sinking of small objects like a cup or a toy; it implies a forceful, intentional act of destruction rather than just going underwater.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
