great but weakening building
definitions
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A large, impressive structure that is losing its structural integrity, stability, or strength.en: A large, impressive structure that is losing its structural integrity, stability, or strength.
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A powerful organization, institution, or system that is experiencing decline, instability, or loss of influence.en: A powerful organization, institution, or system that is experiencing decline, instability, or loss of influence.
examples
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The engineers worked tirelessly to repair the great but weakening building.
The engineers worked tirelessly to repair the great but weakening building.
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She was like a strong pillar holding up a great but weakening building.
She was like a strong pillar holding up a great but weakening building.