FRAYS Synonyms: 126 Similar and Opposite Words

frays 1 of 2

noun

plural of fray

as in fights

a forceful effort to reach a goal or objective another generation of scientists entered the fray to find a cure for AIDS

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as in clashes

a physical dispute between opposing individuals or groups a troubled youth always getting into frays at school

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truces

as in brawls

a rough and often noisy fight usually involving several people school officials broke up the fray and gave all guilty parties detention

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frays

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verb

present tense third-person singular of fray

as in erodes

to damage or diminish by continued friction constant rubbing against the rock face has badly frayed our climbing rope

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This kind of emotional manipulation erodes trust over time, leaving employees feeling confused, isolated, and trapped.

Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Toxic emotional intelligence erodes trust, stifles creativity, and damages employee morale.

Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024

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