as in to wear
to use up all the physical energy of
we're hoping that the mountain bike ride will tucker the kids out so they'll sleep well tonight
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Boot Barn is the largest western and work wear retailer in the nation, according to Boot Barn Marketing Specialist Tanna Doyel.—
Ruby Grisin,
The Courier-Journal,
28 Aug. 2025 -
Banks was described as wearing a black knit hat, black sweatshirt, black pants, and a face mask.—
Naperville Sun,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Aug. 2025
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The other two students who were killed were Mogen’s childhood best friend Kaylee Goncalves and Chapin’s girlfriend, Xana Kernodle.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
29 Aug. 2025
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The shooting killed two children and injured more than a dozen people.—
John Tufts,
IndyStar,
29 Aug. 2025
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There's no worry of slipping, rolling ankles, or tiring your feet while sprinting, stopping, or changing direction across the court either.—
Molly Harris,
Travel + Leisure,
2 July 2025
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Procedures at the clinic sometimes ran through the night—the record for the latest was four in the morning—but Terrazas never seemed to tire.—
Burkhard Bilger,
New Yorker,
28 July 2025
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Their unvarnished alt-rock was led by wild-eyed singer Matt Shultz, a human rubber band who exhausted himself despite his vocals disappearing into the strong breeze.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
26 Aug. 2025
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Our teams have exhausted all resources and personnel over the last 20 days.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Aug. 2025
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That is when teams burn out—mentally and often physically.—
Scott Hozebin,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Adam, a seasoned top producer with a 90+ transactions-per-year business, was burning out trying to be everywhere at once.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
29 Aug. 2025
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Behind it, a monsoon storm swept in, unleashing torrential rain, howling winds and lightning that knocked out power to thousands and caused havoc across the Valley.—
Laura Daniella Sepulveda,
AZCentral.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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However, at the most recent Hungarian GP, Hamilton was knocked out of Q2 in qualifying, leading him to address the media in a dejected state.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Aug. 2025
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City worries removing Marion County residency requirement would drain taxes Since 1977, most people hired for a full-time or part-time role in city-county government have been required to move to Marion County within six months of accepting the job.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
31 Aug. 2025
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Hours-long team cohesion gatherings be draining for some members of a team, especially those who lean toward introversion.—
Rebecca Fraser-Thill,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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You’ll likely be worn out, so opt for a casual spot for dinner.—
Jennifer Broome,
Denver Post,
22 Aug. 2025
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These metallic sneakers from Veja are fancy enough to wear out on the town, but comfy enough to don for long days of sightseeing; pair them with your lounge set for the plane and save space in your carry-on.—
Amber Cardullo,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Tucker (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tucker%20%28out%29. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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