to wear down
[phrase form: wear]
01
磨损, 削弱
to slowly weaken someone's emotional or mental strength over time, often due to continuous pressure or challenges
例子
The constant negativity in the environment wore down his optimism.
环境中持续不断的消极情绪削弱了他的乐观情绪。
02
磨损, 损耗
to become damaged through regular use
例子
Years of use have worn down the once-sharp edges of the kitchen knives.
多年的使用已经磨损了厨房刀具曾经锋利的边缘。
