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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Instead, rely on cold water on a gentle cycle which helps preserve the integrity of the colors and minimizes wear and tear, keeping your sheets looking fresh and vibrant for longer.
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Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
That’s because boats are considered a riskier asset — especially older ones due to wear and tear.
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
As Lynch points out, a great box will consist of high-quality items that stand up to wear and tear and play.
—Jessica Booth, Parents, 16 Dec. 2024
Turbulence can cause injuries in passengers and airline employees, along with wear and tear on airplanes, the study notes.
—Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
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Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
That’s because boats are considered a riskier asset — especially older ones due to wear and tear.
—Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
As Lynch points out, a great box will consist of high-quality items that stand up to wear and tear and play.
—Jessica Booth, Parents, 16 Dec. 2024
Turbulence can cause injuries in passengers and airline employees, along with wear and tear on airplanes, the study notes.
—Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for wear and tear
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“Wear and tear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wear%20and%20tear. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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