wear and tear
Example Sentences
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Some wrote anxiously about the “strain . . . being felt throughout the services, in terms of wear and tear on the troops, their families, and their equipment.”
From Salon ● Sep. 20, 2026
BBC Verify has spoken to military experts who say, although the length of its deployment is unusual, the wear and tear isn't.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026
The star, which has been fenced off, is being repaired by the Hollywood Historic Trust because of cracks from wear and tear, Martinez said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
According to the specialist, families continue to find ways to cope with shortages, but the wear and tear is becoming increasingly evident.
From Barron's ● Aug. 4, 2026
Father is walking around in frayed trousers, and his tie is also showing signs of wear and tear.
From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank
