Rechercher
to wear off
[phrase form: wear]
01
s'effacer, s'estomper
to gradually fade in color or quality over time due to constant use or other factors
Intransitive
Example
The lettering on the street signs started to wear off due to exposure to the elements.
After a while, the paint on the playground equipment began to wear off.
The polish on the wooden furniture tends to wear off with regular cleaning.
02
s'estomper, s'effacer
to gradually lose intensity or effectiveness
Intransitive
Example
The positive influence of a mentor can wear off if there is a lack of ongoing guidance.
The impact of a powerful advertisement can wear off if not consistently reinforced.
Over time, the novelty of the gadget will wear off, and it will become a regular part of daily life.
03
s'estomper, diminuer
(of an emotion) to gradually become less intense
Intransitive
Exemple
The lettering on the street signs started to wear off due to exposure to the elements.
After a while, the paint on the playground equipment began to wear off.
The polish on the wooden furniture tends to wear off with regular cleaning.
Over time, the vibrant colors on the poster started to wear off.
The charm of the antique mirror began to wear off as its silver coating faded.
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