wear on

Example Sentences

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Network Rail has called the Victorian tunnel one of the most hostile environments on the UK rail network, where moisture, dripping saltwater and diesel soot accelerate wear on equipment.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Based on moderate wear on its cheek teeth, the individual likely died in early to middle adulthood.

From Science Daily • Mar. 24, 2026

I understand L.A’s notorious traffic can wear on you, but this feature has no real purpose in my opinion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025

The potential extra road trip and extra championship game could end up putting more wear on teams that have larger playoff ambitions, but the prize makes it worth the trouble: $500,000 for each player.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 26, 2025

“Lou, we should get you a pretty dress to wear on your birthday,” Mom says.

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio