rub off
verb
rubbed off; rubbing off; rubs off
: to become transferred
bad habits rubbed off on them
carbon rubs off on your hands
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Our son was also with us, and the excitement rubbed off on him.
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Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 23 May 2025
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The hardest part was applying skin care without accidentally rubbing off a scab.
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Yes, your chrome finish can rub off, which makes proper application and maintenance important.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 12 May 2025
Johansson’s care ultimately rubbed off on Kellyman in the best way.
—Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 12 May 2025
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Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 23 May 2025
Even My Stylist Says This Serum Makes My Hair Look Thicker
By Kara McGrath
The hardest part was applying skin care without accidentally rubbing off a scab.
—Vanese Maddix, Allure, 6 May 2025
Yes, your chrome finish can rub off, which makes proper application and maintenance important.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 12 May 2025
Johansson’s care ultimately rubbed off on Kellyman in the best way.
—Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 12 May 2025
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“Rub off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rub%20off. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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