
Rub off
Emotional Influence
Used when someone's mood or behavior starts to affect another person.
After spending time with her, his optimism began to rub off on me.
Proximity Required
Usually happens when spending time closely with someone else.
Working with creative people, their innovative thinking might rub off on you.
Subtle Transformation
The change is often gradual and not immediate.
You'll find that his calmness will slowly rub off on the team.
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