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wearing
(wear|ing)
Pronunciation:
/ˈwɛərɪŋ/
adjective
mentally or physically tiring:
it would be a lot less wearing if we could work together amicably
a plan of action will make the whole event a less wearing experience
Derivatives
wearingly
adverb
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