wear down
verb
wore down; worn down; wearing down; wears down
: to weary and overcome by persistent resistance or pressure
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Some brands, like Bose, recommend using rubbing alcohol on the plastic exterior; others, like Sony, say solvents can wear down headphone materials.
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Julia Ries, Outside Online, 14 Nov. 2024
The Dodgers already have worn down the two best Yankees starting pitchers, and their bullpen is a confusing mess.
—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2024
Amal's dress was designed by Oscar de la Renta
Renowned designer Oscar de la Renta created the custom lace ballgown that Amal wore down the aisle.
—Ariana Quihuiz, People.com, 28 Sep. 2024
Their steps wear down the grass further, which makes the visual cue stronger and creates a positive feedback loop.
—Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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Julia Ries, Outside Online, 14 Nov. 2024
The Dodgers already have worn down the two best Yankees starting pitchers, and their bullpen is a confusing mess.
—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2024
Amal's dress was designed by Oscar de la Renta
Renowned designer Oscar de la Renta created the custom lace ballgown that Amal wore down the aisle.
—Ariana Quihuiz, People.com, 28 Sep. 2024
Their steps wear down the grass further, which makes the visual cue stronger and creates a positive feedback loop.
—Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Wear down.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wear%20down. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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