knaw in a sentence
v. t.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Definition
KNAW (verb): to gradually weaken or erode something, either physically or emotionally, often through persistent pressure or influence.
Sample Sentences
- The old wooden floor began to knaw under the weight of the heavy furniture.
- As he listened to the persistent sound, he couldn't shake the feeling that something was beginning to knaw at his resolve.
- She felt a sense of unease knawing at her mind, making it hard to focus on the task at hand.
- The doubts started to knaw away at his confidence, leaving him uncertain about his next move.
- Every unspoken word seemed to knaw at their friendship, creating an invisible distance between them.