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There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Wear Off.
Wear Off - as a verb
Deteriorate through use or stress
Example: "The constant friction wore out the cloth"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wearwear downwear outwear thinHypernyms (Closely Related)
deteriorateHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The effects of the painkiller will wear off after a couple of hours."
"The temporary tattoo will wear off after a few days."
"The paint on the walls began to wear off after years of daily use."
"The effects of the medication started to wear off and the pain returned."
"The shine on the new car will wear off over time."
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swear off