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What is the difference between "get on shoes" and "wear shoes"?

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Rebecca

"Get on shoes" refers to the action of putting shoes on, while "wear shoes" refers to the action of having shoes on your feet. Ex: Don't leave yet, I have to put my shoes on. Ex: I've been wearing uncomfortable shoes all day, now my feet hurt.

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