wear down

US /wer daʊn/
UK /wer daʊn/
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1.

to make someone feel tired and less able to deal with a situation

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The constant negotiations began to wear him down.
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The stress of the job is starting to wear her down.
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2.

to make something gradually disappear or become thinner or weaker by continuous use or rubbing

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The constant friction will eventually wear down the brake pads.
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The river has worn down the rocks over centuries.
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