wear and tear
noun
: the loss, injury, or stress to which something is subjected by or in the course of use
especially
: normal depreciation
Examples of wear and tear in a Sentence
my favorite jeans finally succumbed to wear and tear and had to be replaced
Recent Examples on the Web
Powers takes down the sculptures once a year, giving them a fresh coat of paint and attaching new features depending on their wear and tear.
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Jasmine Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2024
Dynamic Drives Giessen Dynamic Drives' powertrain configuration eliminates the need for chains, belts and other mechanical drivetrain components, helping to cut down on system wear and tear and maintenance requirements.
—New Atlas, 13 Aug. 2024
This is in part thanks to the durable rubber outsole with extra coverage around the toe, preventing wear and tear from quick stops and dashing to hit the ball.
—Lauren Mazzo, Glamour, 12 Aug. 2024
Grill tools are subjected to all sorts of wear and tear, so selecting heavy-duty tools that are easy to clean is key.
—Laura Denby, Saveur, 6 Aug. 2024
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Jasmine Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2024
Dynamic Drives Giessen Dynamic Drives' powertrain configuration eliminates the need for chains, belts and other mechanical drivetrain components, helping to cut down on system wear and tear and maintenance requirements.
—New Atlas, 13 Aug. 2024
This is in part thanks to the durable rubber outsole with extra coverage around the toe, preventing wear and tear from quick stops and dashing to hit the ball.
—Lauren Mazzo, Glamour, 12 Aug. 2024
Grill tools are subjected to all sorts of wear and tear, so selecting heavy-duty tools that are easy to clean is key.
—Laura Denby, Saveur, 6 Aug. 2024
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“Wear and tear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wear%20and%20tear. Accessed 19 Sep. 2024.
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