wear out
verb
wore out; worn out; wearing out; wears out
2
: to make useless especially by long or hard usage
4
: to endure through : outlast
wear out a storm
5
: to consume (time) tediously
wear out idle days
: to become useless from long or excessive wear or use
Examples of wear out in a Sentence
keeping up with twin toddlers wears me out
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Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 26 July 2025
Want to start that fire away from other people, worn out from walking all day?
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Investing more upfront by purchasing a high-quality primer and paint can save you from slower dry times and paint that wears out prematurely, leading to a more durable and long-lasting final product.
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—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 11 July 2025
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Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 26 July 2025
Want to start that fire away from other people, worn out from walking all day?
—Wes Siler, Outside Online, 23 July 2025
Investing more upfront by purchasing a high-quality primer and paint can save you from slower dry times and paint that wears out prematurely, leading to a more durable and long-lasting final product.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2025
These signs usually indicate several issues like clogs and obstructions or worn out parts.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for wear out
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“Wear out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wear%20out. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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