as in wear
the result of long and hard use
my favorite jeans finally succumbed to wear and tear and had to be replaced
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Recent Examples of wear and tear
It’s constructed with a sturdy, 100 percent cotton twill that’s built to resist wear and tear, so it’s structured enough for all kinds of outdoor activities and fall occasions.
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
Also included is a Kydex sheath that can hold up to constant wear and tear, making this knife just as good for everyday carry.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 17 Sep. 2025
But installing the wires is cumbersome and prone to wear and tear.
—Ni Tao, Interesting Engineering, 15 Sep. 2025
Citizens said its policy didn’t cover some of the property damaged by the leak and said other damage was due to wear and tear and improper installation.
—Mario Ariza, ProPublica, 15 Sep. 2025
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
Also included is a Kydex sheath that can hold up to constant wear and tear, making this knife just as good for everyday carry.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 17 Sep. 2025
But installing the wires is cumbersome and prone to wear and tear.
—Ni Tao, Interesting Engineering, 15 Sep. 2025
Citizens said its policy didn’t cover some of the property damaged by the leak and said other damage was due to wear and tear and improper installation.
—Mario Ariza, ProPublica, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wear and tear
wear
Noun
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Its square neck frames your face and the smocked material stretches to stay comfortable for all-day wear.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
18 Sep. 2025
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Pumping efficiency declines, arteries are less flexible, valves often show significant wear, and irregular rhythms are more frequent.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Time,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Wear and tear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wear%20and%20tear. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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