as in to wear
to use up all the physical energy of
keeping up with twin toddlers wears me out
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The insects, which are not usually found in South America, were worn out with holes and tears in their wings.
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Taylor Nicioli, CNN, 1 July 2024
But after four iterations, his eccentricity wears out its welcome.
—Armond White, National Review, 9 Aug. 2024
The 7 Best Lawn Mowers of 2024 to Keep Your Yard Tidy, According to Testing
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Even the best lawn mower eventually wears out, but keeping it clean can make all the difference.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2024
Fabric shade sails might last a decade, until they’re worn out from being bombarded with heat and UV radiation so people don’t have to be.
—Emma Marris, The Atlantic, 2 Aug. 2024
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Taylor Nicioli, CNN, 1 July 2024
But after four iterations, his eccentricity wears out its welcome.
—Armond White, National Review, 9 Aug. 2024
The 7 Best Lawn Mowers of 2024 to Keep Your Yard Tidy, According to Testing
Benefits of Cleaning Your Lawn Mower
Even the best lawn mower eventually wears out, but keeping it clean can make all the difference.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2024
Fabric shade sails might last a decade, until they’re worn out from being bombarded with heat and UV radiation so people don’t have to be.
—Emma Marris, The Atlantic, 2 Aug. 2024
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