wean

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The goal of the “analog lifestyle” trend is to wean people off constant digital connectivity by doing tangible activities that help a person reclaim their time.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026

The Cirebon-1 plant was supposed to be in its final years, with its closure set for early 2035, as part of Indonesia's plans to wean itself from polluting coal with international support.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

Analysts are questioning how quickly India can wean itself off Russian oil imports.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

Her goal is to wean herself off her mom’s help eventually, but for now, she doesn’t feel guilty for accepting some assistance.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 27, 2026

By galloping the horse to the outside of the dogs, Smith hoped to wean him from the rail.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand