as in to wear out
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Recent Examples of wear down
For those of us who cannot jet off to an island, filling the time in a way that keeps the kids happy often seems to wear down parents.
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Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
In that series, the Timberwolves’ used their harassing defense to rattle and, ultimately, wear down Denver.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 17 Apr. 2026
Officials say buses wear down roads far faster than cars, and current road repair funding is set to expire in 2028.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, the resignation of Texas Republican Tony Gonzales, if he is not quickly replaced, could further wear down Republican’s slim majority in the House of Representatives.
—Andrew Graham
april 14, Sacbee.com, 14 Apr. 2026
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Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
In that series, the Timberwolves’ used their harassing defense to rattle and, ultimately, wear down Denver.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 17 Apr. 2026
Officials say buses wear down roads far faster than cars, and current road repair funding is set to expire in 2028.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, the resignation of Texas Republican Tony Gonzales, if he is not quickly replaced, could further wear down Republican’s slim majority in the House of Representatives.
—Andrew Graham
april 14, Sacbee.com, 14 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wear down
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Eventually it will get worn out and donated, as is the case with so many t-shirts.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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These swaps cover the biggest exposure pathways and most can happen gradually as items wear out.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
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This year, that roster broke down in a four-game sweep at the hands of the New York Knicks.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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The Daily Money breaks down complex consumer and financial news.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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“Wear down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wear%20down. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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