WEAR AND TEAR Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

wear and tear

noun

Definition of wear and tear

as in wear

the result of long and hard use my favorite jeans finally succumbed to wear and tear and had to be replaced

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Recent Examples of wear and tear Containing these items can prevent color transfer and wear and tear in the machine’s drum during the spin cycle. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 30 Aug. 2026 If any of these break down due to normal wear and tear, the home warranty will cover the cost to repair them. — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026 The heavy loads above five tons cause wear and tear to the road surface. — Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2026 Decades of wear and tear and saltwater seepage required significant upgrades to modernize the lines. — Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wear and tear

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wear

Noun

Trucks and SUVs tend to cost more to repair than sedans — bigger engines, 4WD and AWD systems, and towing wear all push labor and parts higher.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 11 Sep. 2026
While Wednesday night’s Bulgari Serpenti Infinito event served as a showcase for the actress’ strong relationship with the brand, the evening also provided another opportunity for Hathaway to show just how far maternity wear has come.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026

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wearables

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wear (away)

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