1
as in to kill
to use up all the physical energy of
the job of running their own business wears them sometimes
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2
as in to erode
to damage or diminish by continued friction
all that walking every day wore the soles of my shoes very quickly
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as in to tolerate
British
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
her marriage is so bad—I don't know how she wears it
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1
as in corrosion
the result of long and hard use
after several years, the carpet was finally showing wear
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2
as in clothes
covering for the human body
the latest in fashionable wear
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Recent Examples of wear
Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2025
At prosecutors’ request, the judge also ordered Killian to wear an electric ankle monitor, surrender his passport and to obey a curfew of 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. if unemployed.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2025
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 May 2025
Three distinct strands are connected by a clasp-free base for easy wear, so forget having to ask whoever’s closest to help put on your bracelet.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 30 May 2025
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Verb
In keeping with that environment, the canape dishes are served on rough-textured, sandstone-style dishware, and the patio staff wear unstructured, nubby wool jackets.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2025
At prosecutors’ request, the judge also ordered Killian to wear an electric ankle monitor, surrender his passport and to obey a curfew of 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. if unemployed.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2025
Noun
There’s also a softening of men’s wear that Leverton said bring more sentimental touches, cute iconography, hearts and bows to the scene.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 May 2025
Three distinct strands are connected by a clasp-free base for easy wear, so forget having to ask whoever’s closest to help put on your bracelet.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 30 May 2025
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Verb
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The California Department of Justice will investigate a fatal shooting by Los Angeles Police Department officers under a law that empowers the state attorney general to probe police shootings of unarmed people — despite the LAPD saying the man killed Tuesday was holding a gun.—
Matthew Ormseth,
Los Angeles Times,
6 June 2025
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The two teens were the third and fourth adolescents under 14 to be arrested in the Bronx for killing a bystander with a stray bullet to the head within six weeks.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
5 June 2025
Verb
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Maryland’s coastlines are eroding at an alarming rate.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
5 June 2025
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The persistent issue of greenwashing, where investments are promoted as sustainable without verifiable environmental benefits, has eroded trust and slowed market development.—
Edoardo Francesco Sabatino,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
Verb
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However, violence, destruction and vandalism will not be tolerated in our city and those responsible will be held fully accountable.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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Remember: The skin on our necks is much thinner, so even if your face can tolerate these ingredients, baby steps around the neck are important.—
Deanna Pai,
Glamour,
12 June 2025
Noun
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Protect Your Lawn Mower A coating of WD-40 will protect your lawn mower parts from rusting and corrosion.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
25 May 2025
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Over the years, Fallingwater has been experiencing water leaks into its interiors and has seen cracks, rust, and corrosion begin to form across some structures.—
Elizabeth Fazzare,
Architectural Digest,
15 May 2025
Verb
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The bucket full of cleaning products includes glass cleaning wipes, an interior detailer spray, a car wash and wax for the exterior, wheel and tire cleaner and microfiber cleaning cloths.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
28 May 2025
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Though it’s long been a dream destination for visitors from the West, experiencing Japan’s capital city can tire you out (in the best way possible).—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
25 May 2025
Verb
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Trump’s incendiary move has set a city whose nerves have been frayed all year further on edge, fearing there’s worse to come from him.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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The piece featured another asymmetric detail that was layered on top of a gauzy cotton organza with a crew neckline, frayed hem detailing and concealed side zipper closure.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
4 June 2025
Verb
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Importantly, farmland’s underlying value remains rooted in biological fundamentals: Crops continue to grow, and land productivity endures regardless of broader market cycles.—
Artem Milinchuk,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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Johnny Carson, Merv Griffin, Judy Garland are back on TV Oct. 12, 2015 The enduring success of the series, set in the frontier town of Dodge City, Kansas, in the 1870s, demonstrates how every new evolution of video consumption can unlock the value of beloved vintage titles.—
Stephen Battaglio,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2025
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The pop-up will be open from Friday through June 22 and features a selection of men’s and women’s clothing and accessories across two floors.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
13 June 2025
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But a man usually needs to get his clothing’s color right, because the same amount of accessory options don’t exist.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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“Wear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wear. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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