No. 843 in Ukrainian
підрив
"Підрив" in English means "undermining," "explosion," or "sabotage," depending on context.
In a sentence
Вибух спричинив підрив будівлі.
The explosion caused the demolition of the building.
Here, 'підрив' is used to describe a physical destruction caused by an explosion.
Економічна криза призвела до підриву довіри до банків.
The economic crisis led to the undermining of trust in banks.
In this context, 'підрив' is used metaphorically to indicate the harm caused to trust or stability.
Він займається підривом моральних цінностей.
He is engaged in undermining moral values.
Here, 'підрив' refers to an intentional act of diminishing or questioning values or principles.
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