as in to wear out
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Verb
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But on this day, he’s worn out and would rather nap.—
Cindy Carcamo,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Mar. 2025 -
Three Gators guards, including SEC Tournament MVP Walter Clayton Jr., are legit threats offensively, and Florida also boasts four tough bigs that can wear out even the most physical opponents (just ask Alabama and Tennessee).—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
18 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Soak the garment in water and gently rub out the stain with your fingers.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
2 Mar. 2025
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The News started a morning edition to rub out its competitor.—
Tim Kiska,
Detroit Free Press,
21 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Standardization can also reduce due diligence burdens.—
The Sorenson Impact Institute,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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This has, among other losses, reduced Egyptian revenue from the Suez Canal by about eight hundred million dollars a month.—
Bernard Avishai,
New Yorker,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Right behind was Rory McIlroy, who tried to erase from his memory that sloppy finish in the first round and roared into contention to put the career Grand Slam back into view.—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Apr. 2025
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The relief that Wednesday’s partial tariff pause brought to Wall Street lasted for less than 24 hours, as Thursday saw stocks fall sharply in another volatile session and erase a big chunk of the prior rally.—
Jesse Pound,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Wipe (away).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wipe%20%28away%29. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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