wore off

Example Sentences

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The stock’s initial run-up, which peaked in early 2022 reflected Covid-era excitement for outdoor gear, especially its trendy $45 water bottles, but the hype eventually wore off.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

As the rush of East Coast travel wore off, Clave Especial returned to Salinas to throw a huge homecoming bash.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

While her treatment was in line with clinical guidelines, she said an initial improvement in symptoms "quickly wore off" and she experienced side effects.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Once the shock wore off, Skimehorn was excited to go to Moscow—the furthest she’d traveled before was Alabama.

From Slate • Nov. 13, 2025

“Only it more or less wore off in a couple of hours.”

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt