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Fritter

usgb/ˈfrɪtər/Volume
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Negative ConnotationPlay
Use 'fritter away' to express disapproval about wasting resources. SlideHe frittered away his inheritance on pointless gadgets.
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Time and EffortPlay
'Fritter away' often relates to misusing time or effort that could be spent better. SlideI can't afford to fritter away my energy on such trivial tasks.
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Gradual LossPlay
The phrase 'fritter away' implies a gradual loss rather than an immediate one. SlideSlowly, he frittered away the trust his friends had in him.