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WillPitt Posted 14 years ago
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At first I rather liked the novelty of this new way of living. I enjoyed having all that alone time. It was great for writing, since I’d never be interrupted. But after several months, it began to (((wear on me))).

Working at night was OK, but I like (((bouncing ideas off my wife)))) during the day, and that wasn’t an option at night.

What do wear on me and bounce off mean? Thanks
  

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"Wearing on me" (eventually resulting in becoming "worn down" or "worn out" ) means to tire someone out, either physically or mentally, by difficulty, repetition, boredom, or anything related. "Bouncing ideas off [someone]" means to discuss ideas and brainstorm with another person. It doesn't even imply that the other person is actively contributing ideas; they might only be interpreting and judging the ideas that you provide.

— Anonymous

  • "Wearing on me" (eventually resulting in becoming "worn down" or "worn out" ) means to tire someone out, either physically or mentally, by difficulty, repetition, boredom, or anything related.
  • "Bouncing ideas off [someone]" means to discuss ideas and brainstorm with another person.
  • It doesn't even imply that the other person is actively contributing ideas; they might only be interpreting and judging the ideas that you provide.
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"Wearing on me" (eventually resulting in becoming "worn down" or "worn out") means to tire someone out, either physically or mentally, by difficulty, repetition, boredom, or anything related.

"Bouncing ideas off [someone]" means to discuss ideas and brainstorm with another person. It doesn't even imply that the other person is actively contributing ideas; they
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