worn thin

Example Sentences

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But after a career orchestrating policy from the wings, Wiener’s patience had worn thin.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 26, 2025

The once-boundless optimism for artificial intelligence has worn thin, with concerns over stretched AI valuations sparking multiple selloffs.

From Barron's • Nov. 27, 2025

His stuffing has worn thin, and the soft fabric of his mouth has worn off.

From Slate • Oct. 1, 2025

Mr Sunak did not answer the question directly but said his "patience with this has worn thin".

From BBC • Dec. 7, 2023

“So did Lauren, but you kept her,” Maya had pointed out more than once, but the joke had worn thin by now and she had stopped asking for a dog.

From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway