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war of attrition in German

war of attrition in German is Zermürbungskrieg, Abnutzungskrieg.

war of attrition in German

Zermürbungskrieg

noun

(military) A prolonged war in which the warring sides try to defeat their opponents by wearing them out.

Abnutzungskrieg

noun

(military) A prolonged war in which the warring sides try to defeat their opponents by wearing them out.

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "war of attrition" in German?

"war of attrition" in German is Zermürbungskrieg, Abnutzungskrieg.

Are there other ways to say "war of attrition" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "war of attrition": Zermürbungskrieg, Abnutzungskrieg.

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