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Definition of «undoing»

Undoing refers to the act or process of reversing something that has already been done, often by taking steps in the opposite direction. It can refer to actions taken to reverse a change or to undo an action that was previously performed. Undoing is typically used when referring to technical processes such as computer programming where it means to remove or cancel out the effects of a previous command or operation. In broader terms, undoing may also be used in everyday language to describe actions taken to reverse or counteract something that has already happened.

Usage examples

  1. The constant procrastination was his undoing in completing the project on time.
  2. Her inability to control her temper proved to be her undoing in maintaining healthy relationships.
  3. The company's decision to ignore customer feedback proved to be their undoing as their sales declined rapidly.
  4. The athlete's lack of discipline became his undoing as he failed to meet the required fitness levels for the competition.
  5. The politician's controversial statements became her undoing as public trust in her rapidly diminished.
  6. The student's lack of preparation for the exam became his undoing as he failed to score well.
  7. The lack of proper planning was the undoing of the ambitious project, causing it to fail.
  8. The employee's constant tardiness and absenteeism became his undoing as he was eventually fired.
  9. The hasty decision to invest in a risky stock was the undoing of their financial stability.
  10. The chef's disregard for quality ingredients became his undoing as customers stopped dining in his restaurant.

Phrases with «undoing»

Sentences with «undoing»

  • This makes it rather impossible to undo by a little passenger. (babygearhub.net)
  • As uncomfortable as these facts make people, we can not undo centuries of genetic selection and genetic traits that make these dogs what they are. (onegreenplanet.org)
  • You can't expect to undo in a few weeks what has been developing over many years. (religion-online.org)
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