wear and tear

Meaning

1. Oxford67% of films

   the damage to objects, furniture, property, etc. that is the result of normal use

   I figure I owe her a set anyway with all the wear and tear it got...

   As with any dwelling, from time to time, there undoubtedly will be some wear and tear.

In the movies · 3

• I figure I owe her a set anyway with all the wear and tear it got...Requiem for a Dream2000
• No wear and tear no scarsThe World's End2013
• As with any dwelling, from time to time, there undoubtedly will be some wear and tear.The Best of Enemies2019
• Over time, this wear and tear can lead to discomfort.Get Out2017
• ...but what about the wear and tear on my nerves?Scarlet Street1945

From the same entry

• wear your heart on your sleeve
• wear thin
• wear the trousers
• if the shoe fits
• wear away
• wear down
• wear down
• wear off
• wear on
• wear out
• wear yourself out
• the worse for wear