wear down
verb
wore down; worn down; wearing down; wears down
: to weary and overcome by persistent resistance or pressure
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They’re often placed in precarious roles, squeezed out during economic downturns, or worn down by additional pressures their male peers aren’t always facing.
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Liz Elting, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
The actress’ hair was styled with a middle part and worn down with soft, natural waves by Jenda Alcorn.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 June 2026
Protective and special coatings like anti-glare on TV screens and computer monitors can be worn down and damaged.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
Air conditioners run for months on end, hard water wears down plumbing and pool equipment takes a beating.
—Sharon Wu, USA Today, 9 June 2026
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Liz Elting, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
The actress’ hair was styled with a middle part and worn down with soft, natural waves by Jenda Alcorn.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 June 2026
Protective and special coatings like anti-glare on TV screens and computer monitors can be worn down and damaged.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
Air conditioners run for months on end, hard water wears down plumbing and pool equipment takes a beating.
—Sharon Wu, USA Today, 9 June 2026
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“Wear down.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wear%20down. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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