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to wear off
[phrase form: wear]
01
色あせる, 磨耗する
to gradually fade in color or quality over time due to constant use or other factors
Intransitive
Example
Over time, the vibrant colors on the poster started to wear off.
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.
02
薄れる, 和らぐ
to gradually lose intensity or effectiveness
Intransitive
Example
The impact of a powerful advertisement can wear off if not consistently reinforced.
The positive influence of a mentor can wear off if there is a lack of ongoing guidance.
Over time, the novelty of the gadget will wear off, and it will become a regular part of daily life.
03
薄れる, 減少する
(of an emotion) to gradually become less intense
Intransitive
例
Over time, the vibrant colors on the poster started to wear off.
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.
The charm of the antique mirror began to wear off as its silver coating faded.
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