wean

Example Sentences

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The investment in Voltify is one of several options Fortescue is exploring as it seeks to wean its own railroad off fossil fuels.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

The goal of the “analog lifestyle” trend is to wean people off constant digital connectivity by doing tangible activities that help a person reclaim their time.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026

Her goal is to wean herself off her mom’s help eventually, but for now, she doesn’t feel guilty for accepting some assistance.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 27, 2026

The latest spat, however, could accelerate Europe’s efforts to wean itself off of natural gas, in favor of cleaner alternatives, including renewables or nuclear power.

From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026

Birge’s goal was to wean Lawrence from Yale’s aura of prestige, which could seem overwhelming compared with that of a distant public university.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik