wear on

Example Sentences

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I don’t feel Didion’s presence right away, but as my months wear on here, slowly she develops.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

"The most surprising finding perhaps was the extent of wear on the jaws," says Iba.

From Science Daily • Apr. 25, 2026

Another striking feature is that the wear on the fossilised jaws is uneven from left to right, suggesting the animals may have favoured one side when feeding.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

I’ve been doing this show for so long that it does start to wear on you a little bit hearing a lot of the trauma.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

Always wore big flowered hats and bright-colored dresses, never “quiet” clothes like nice ladies were supposed to wear on the street.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns