careworn

Example Sentences

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Carthy's voice is careworn but it's never less than compelling.

From BBC • Sep. 10, 2025

By the time he announced his intention to resign, Benedict was 85, frail and careworn, and had cut down on his public appearances.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2022

There's the careworn, eccentric female lead, equally brilliantly realized by newcomer to the screen, Alana Haim.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2022

He appeared careworn and weathered, at once eternally pugilistic and resigned to his fate.

From Washington Post • Feb. 23, 2022

My sisters were similarly affected: Rachel became hollow-eyed and careworn, sometimes combing her hair only once per day.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver