tire

Example Sentences

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After three rounds the pair started to tire as they gave everything to keep up with the high pace of the contest.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The Lotus set the record for one-lap and four-lap qualifying, but ultimately faltered during the race with tire trouble that led to a broken suspension.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

A fire truck cart lost a tire but still made it to the end of the course.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

As for when the consumer will finally tire out, many economists expect to see conditions deteriorate later in the second quarter of this year.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

I press my lips flat on the cold mouthpiece and blow softly—not enough, and the note leaks out, like a tire deflating.

From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari