wore off
Example Sentences
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"At first, the idea was empowering, but over time the novelty wore off," she told BBC News.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
He said after the adrenaline wore off, he motioned to the dugout that he might need a pinch-hitter in the bottom half of the eighth.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
But the novelty wore off slightly after the 17th such notification.
From Slate ● Jun. 20, 2026
The stock’s initial run-up, which peaked in early 2022 reflected Covid-era excitement for outdoor gear, especially its trendy $45 water bottles, but the hype eventually wore off.
From Barron's ● May 14, 2026
The novelty of the sensation wore off, and the true power of the experience became apparent.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
