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as in to endure
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
I won't sustain such insolence!
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Recent Examples of sustain
The Germany international sustained the injury in Bayern’s quarter-final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday just before half time, following a collision with Gianluigi Donnarumma.
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Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 6 July 2025
The assaulted officer sustained minor injuries and was treated on scene by the Phoenix Fire Department, according to Fernandez.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr, AZCentral.com, 6 July 2025
The man sustained critical injuries but the woman had non-life-threatening injuries.
—Natalia Jaramillo, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 July 2025
The buzz at the conference comes from the conviction that the work matters and that progress continues, sustained by an optimism that no nonscientist could undo.
—Caren Zucker, The Atlantic, 6 July 2025
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Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 6 July 2025
The assaulted officer sustained minor injuries and was treated on scene by the Phoenix Fire Department, according to Fernandez.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr, AZCentral.com, 6 July 2025
The man sustained critical injuries but the woman had non-life-threatening injuries.
—Natalia Jaramillo, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 July 2025
The buzz at the conference comes from the conviction that the work matters and that progress continues, sustained by an optimism that no nonscientist could undo.
—Caren Zucker, The Atlantic, 6 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sustain
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This area, known for its swampy soul vibe and original music, has nurtured multiple generations of successful Music City performers, including Gretchen Wilson and Eric Church.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
6 July 2025
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The track also has an on-site technology college that is helping nurture the next generation of motorsport engineers.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
6 July 2025
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The Bayern Munich midfielder has had a long road to recovery, too — 70 to 80 rehab sessions — since undergoing knee surgery on January 30.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
6 July 2025
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With Clarke Schmidt expected to undergo Tommy John surgery, Aaron Boone and Matt Blake said that a final decision has not been made on pitching prospect Cam Schlittler making his major league debut this coming week.—
Gary Phillips,
Hartford Courant,
6 July 2025
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The couple hasn't tied the knot, yet their nearly two-decade relationship has endured more than most marriages.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
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Beyond the West Coast, Florida’s luxury market also endured a turbulent year.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
6 July 2025
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By comparison, in 2020, Joe Biden carried the same age group by a much wider margin, winning 61 percent to Trump's 36 percent.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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All six would have to make a stop to change into a long dress, don a wig, and carry a handbag filled with bricks to the finish line on Power’s stage.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
5 July 2025
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This level of detail positions your content as the go-to resource that satisfies even the most specific queries.—
Kevin Dam,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Now, Diesel has confirmed that Fast and Furious will end the long journey classically by satisfying the three wishes that fans made.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
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It was supposed to have a lease agreement approved in April, but after experiencing two board member resignations, the loss of three staff members and the lack of an executive director, the museum was given a list of concerns to address by Aug. 31.—
Sophia Tiedge,
jsonline.com,
9 July 2025
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While the exact location of the villa remains off-limits to the public, nearby resorts like First Landing and Landers Bay offer fans a chance to experience a similar island escape.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
9 July 2025
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But since azaleas tolerate heavy pruning and respond by sending out new shoots all along remaining stems, the shrubs work well when sheared into a formal hedge.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 July 2025
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More precisely, Jews have been subjected to an invidious double standard: attacks, verbal and physical, that would never be tolerated against Blacks, gays and other minorities are not only tolerated, but often justified when directed at Jews.—
Alan M. Dershowitz,
New York Daily News,
6 July 2025
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Trump supported the idea of releasing details about Epstein's associates during the 2024 presidential campaign.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
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In addition, the iron, copper and zinc in quinoa work together to support energy production, the immune system and overall health for bones, skin and brain function.—
Bethany Thayer,
Freep.com,
12 July 2025
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“Sustain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sustain. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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