to wear out, to erode, to exhaust
1. To cause wear or damage through friction, use, or time
The constant friction will wear out the material.
O atrito constante vai desgastar o material.
2. To exhaust or drain someone's patience, energy, or resources
The long conflict wore out the nation's resources.
O conflito prolongado desgastou os recursos da nação.
3. To weaken or damage a relationship or reputation
His constant lies wore out their friendship.
Suas mentiras constantes desgastaram a amizade deles.
Related Idioms & Phrases
desgastar-se com alguém (to have a falling out with someone)
desgastar a paciência (to wear out one's patience)
desgastar as forças (to exhaust one's strength)
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