rub off
verb
rubbed off; rubbing off; rubs off
: to become transferred
bad habits rubbed off on them
carbon rubs off on your hands
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As warmly received as Fernandez was by old friends at Ball Arena, Malone’s competitiveness has rubbed off on him.
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Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2025
His mom’s influence even rubs off during interactions with reporters, for which McKinney won the Tom Mulhern Stand-Up Guy Award, given annually to the player or players who best represent professionalism and cooperation with local media.
—Matt Schneidman, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
Their discipline, focus, and drive can rub off on you, creating a ripple effect that elevates your own performance.
—Dr. Ruth Gotian, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Carefully add broth and Worcestershire sauce to the dish, being careful not to rinse spice rub off the wings.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2024
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Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2025
His mom’s influence even rubs off during interactions with reporters, for which McKinney won the Tom Mulhern Stand-Up Guy Award, given annually to the player or players who best represent professionalism and cooperation with local media.
—Matt Schneidman, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
Their discipline, focus, and drive can rub off on you, creating a ripple effect that elevates your own performance.
—Dr. Ruth Gotian, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Carefully add broth and Worcestershire sauce to the dish, being careful not to rinse spice rub off the wings.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2024
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“Rub off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rub%20off. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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