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WEERR-ee/ˈwɪəri/

Weary means very tired, especially after long effort; weary of means tired of: weary staff, weary of slogans. Tired is everyday; exhausted is stronger. Dedication is a feeling; a relief hour is a name and a time.

Meaning

Very tired, especially after long effort; also weary of — tired of.

Examples

• “Weary night staff still need a named relief hour; dedication is not a waiver.”
• “Tired is everyday. Exhausted is stronger. Dedication is a story. A time on a rota is cover. Write the hour; keep dedication for the thank-you card.”

Good to know

Very tired (also weary of). Everyday: tired. Dedication ≠ a relief hour.

Near in meaning

tired

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