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WEAR OFF

(verb)

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There are 2 meanings of the phrase Wear Off.

Wear Off - as a verb

Deteriorate through use or stress

Example: "The constant friction wore out the cloth"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wear7wear downwear outwear thin
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
deteriorate12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Diminish, as by friction

Example: "Erosion wore away the surface"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wear away
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
remove11take8withdraw18
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The effects of the painkiller will wear off after a couple of hours."
"The temporary tattoo will wear off after a few days."
"The paint on the walls began to wear off after years of daily use."
"The effects of the medication started to wear off and the pain returned."
"The shine on the new car will wear off over time."
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