Definitions

wear off

VERB

go away

Synonyms

STRONGEST

subside

WEAK

diminish disappear stop wear away

Example Sentences

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The stocks are already trading at large premiums to their historical price-to-earnings valuations, and their price momentum is starting to wear off as oil prices fall.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

At this point, my antihistamines have started to wear off.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Earlier on Wednesday, New South Wales Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon said they were waiting for medication to wear off before formally questioning Akram.

From BBC • Dec. 17, 2025

"We did not see its effect wear off over time."

From Science Daily • Nov. 18, 2025

“I’m telling you to wield that strength. Sure, enjoy it, but don’t let it wear off without using it.”

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali