wears (away)

present tense third-person singular of wear (away)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for wears (away)
Verb
  • When the plan keeps changing, trust erodes.
    Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Jacobs and Booth argued that hiring David Geier compromises the integrity of the scientific process, erodes public trust, and provides a platform for unreliable information.
    Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 9 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • This lack of visibility undermines trust and raises concerns about data quality, privacy, and potential biases.
    Max (Chong) Li, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Zelle issued a statement claiming that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s suit undermines Zelle, and will empower criminals and hurt small businesses and community banks.
    Corina Vanek, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • However, this growth could quickly diminish if the economy deteriorates and tariffs are imposed on AMD’s products.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
  • The call instantly deteriorates in sound quality.
    Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • An easy monetary policy typically weakens a country’s currency, making exports cheaper and potentially supports growth in the face of tariffs.
    Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Doing so weakens your home's heating system and is a fire hazard.
    Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Wears (away).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wears%20%28away%29. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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