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wear down

verb

to consume or be consumed by long or constant wearing, rubbing, etc
to overcome or be overcome gradually by persistent effort

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Idioms and Phrases

Diminish, weaken, or tire by relentless pressure, as in The heels of these shoes are quite worn down , or Her constant nagging about getting a new car wore down his resistance . [First half of 1800s]

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This Dodger team doesn’t work the count, they don’t wear down the pitcher, they don’t own the moment.

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Kirkwood, sixth in the IndyCar Series driver standings last year, held the lead until the eighth lap Sunday, when he pitted to dump his softer alternate tires, which provide grip but wear down quickly.

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Center Aday Mara wore down after a strong start, finishing with seven points, five rebounds and three assists in 20 minutes.

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The purpose of Trump and his allies’ shock and awe campaign against American democracy, the rule of law, the Constitution, a humane society and reality itself is to wear down and distract the opposition.

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The Chiefs have given up an average of 108 yards to running backs in two playoff games, a dip from their strong regular season and a sign they may be wearing down.

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