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as in has
to bring forth from the womb
luckily, she turned out to be able to bear children after all
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as in stands
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
I can't bear the thought of losing another loved one
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as in pertains
to have a relation or connection
I just found another fact that bears on this issue
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as in heads
to go on a specified course or in a certain direction
the road bears left after the second traffic light
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as in carries
to hold up or serve as a foundation for
the wooden bridge will only bear one truck at a time
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as in holds
to keep in one's mind or heart
I'm not one to bear grudges
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as in behaves
to manage the actions of (oneself) in a particular way
she bore herself well in her first public speaking event
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as in hauls
to support and take from one place to another
the rescue team came bearing much-needed food and supplies
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as in shoulders
to take to or upon oneself
I bear some responsibility for the mishap
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as in requires
to have as a requirement
the violence in that country bears watching if the world wants to avoid a serious international conflict
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as in headaches
a dull, unpleasant, or difficult piece of work
the upcoming kitchen renovation sounds like a real bear
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as in crabs
an irritable and complaining person
you've been a real bear lately—are you having a bad week?
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Recent Examples of bears
Ryan Morik, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
The facility bears interest at variable rates and is secured by a first priority lien on substantially all of the company's assets.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
This lede bears good news for better hearing.
—Steven Aquino, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Verb
The game was played at the arena that bears Carnesecca's name - the arena opened in 1961 and was named after the Hall of Fame coach in 2004.
—Ryan Morik, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
The facility bears interest at variable rates and is secured by a first priority lien on substantially all of the company's assets.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
This lede bears good news for better hearing.
—Steven Aquino, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bears
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The return to New York carries meaning for Rhule’s family.—
Mitch Sherman,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Giving up 47 carries for 260 yards and three TDs to Georgia Tech feels noteworthy.—
Seth Emerson,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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The Cardinals defense, on the other hand, has kept Murray in games and leads the NFL with 121 splash plays since Week 13.—
Vic Tafur,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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During this time, the desire for physical warmth, emotional comfort and connection often leads people to seek intimate companionship.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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This game requires you to deploy units around the map based on nothing more than crackly radio reports from the front line.—
Barry Collins,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Addressing gun violence also requires the state to enforce comprehensive background checks and safe storage.—
Natalie Eilbert,
Journal Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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But the problem, experts say, is that sewage today contains a host of chemicals, including PFAS, generated by businesses, factories and homes.—
Hiroko Tabuchi,
New York Times,
27 Dec. 2024
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Products, like Latisse—which contains an ingredient called Prostaglandin—were specially formulated to help lashes grow long.—
Lorena Meouchi,
Vogue,
27 Dec. 2024
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Saunas are known for their health benefits of improving blood circulation, cardiovascular functioning, and even reducing arthritis, headaches, and flu.—
Kevin Lynn,
Newsweek,
7 Jan. 2025
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If exposed to dead or dying birds that have avian flu and symptoms — fever, cough, sore throat, difficulty breathing, body aches, headaches, eye redness, vomiting or diarrhea — develop, antiviral medications are available.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Jan. 2025
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Studio Lambert produces the series for BBC in co-production with Tubi and ZDFneo.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
8 Jan. 2025
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The company also produces and tours a range of shows throughout Spain.—
Georg Szalai,
The Hollywood Reporter,
8 Jan. 2025
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As Haiti endures a devastating crisis marked by escalating violence and lawlessness, urgent international intervention is required to address the growing chaos.—
Miami Herald Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Jan. 2025
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What endures through all of the yelling and conjecture around James, his greatness and his unprecedented career, is this stare caught on camera.—
Zach Harper,
The Athletic,
30 Dec. 2024
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This strategic approach effectively gains and sustains ongoing interaction.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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What sustains a show is whether a love affair feels deep, whether a character comes by a change in perspective honestly.—
Eliana Dockterman,
TIME,
18 Dec. 2024
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“Bears.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bears. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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