go stale
Example Sentences
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It replaced key players, such as Sadio Mane and Robert Firmino, before they had a chance to go stale and made a seemingly smooth transition from former manager Jürgen Klopp to Slot.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025
And just as with no-fault divorce, it’s not necessary to place blame when relationships go stale.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2024
Barbecue and grilling are less popular here — maybe a reflection of our weather or housing supply — but few cookbooks go stale on the shelves.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 21, 2023
Worse, she said, “This is a delicate item that can go stale in hours and even a single order being not delivered can cost me an entire day’s income.”
From Slate • Oct. 6, 2021
You can make yourself a sandwich for lunch, but put the bread back in the bin or it will go stale.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
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