weaning

Example Sentences

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Weaning India off its heavy reliance on discounted Russian crude is challenging.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025

Weaning planes off carbon-based fuel would be far more difficult than for cars.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2024

Weaning ourselves from fossil fuels requires somehow moderating our enormous energy demands and rethinking economic myths of infinite growth.

From Scientific American • Aug. 14, 2023

Weaning off these medications could trigger withdrawal and contractions that could result in a miscarriage, premature birth or cause a person to relapse.

From New York Times • Jun. 29, 2023

Weaning is the hardest time on a ranch for animals and ranchers alike.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan