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
"The Indian government thinks that the deterrence established in 2019 has worn thin and needs to be re-established," says Prof Raghavan.
From BBC • May 7, 2025
And on Saturday night, after my bath, when I lay in my bed, my pillowcase, worn thin from washing and sun, smelled sweet.
From "Finding Langston" by Lesa Cline-Ransome
