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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
Its waters have long sustained hundreds of thousands of people in one of the most isolated and neglected parts of the country.
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Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 1 June 2026
The action game franchise began as a popular video game series in the 1990s and has sustained strong sales.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 1 June 2026
The three adults in the vehicle hit by the pickup sustained minor injuries and were released at the scene, according to police.
—Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 1 June 2026
One deputy sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
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Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 1 June 2026
The action game franchise began as a popular video game series in the 1990s and has sustained strong sales.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 1 June 2026
The three adults in the vehicle hit by the pickup sustained minor injuries and were released at the scene, according to police.
—Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 1 June 2026
One deputy sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sustain
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Venus and Jupiter align in nurturing Cancer on June 9, one of the sweeter transits of the year, bringing a collective focus on joy, intimacy, and the small moments worth savoring.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 May 2026
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LinkedIn Is An Essential Career Success Tool Relationships are critical to career success, and LinkedIn is the most powerful digital platform for building and nurturing relationships.—
William Arruda,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Right before the playoffs, however, Anunoby underwent an emergency appendectomy, forcing him to miss the entire playoff run that culminated in the Raptors winning their first championship.—
James L. Edwards III,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Within the short window of her career, her style underwent several major shifts as her writing matured rapidly.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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Most of the facility is kept at a constant 34 degrees , which is balmy compared to the minus 15 that those working in the freezer section must endure.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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In those terms, the Kennedys have endured more than their share.—
Stephen Schaefer,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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Gilgeous-Alexander finished with a game-high 35 points and nine assists but wasn’t enough to carry a Thunder team that limped to the finish line, dealing with fatigue and a slew of injuries.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
31 May 2026
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Each pallet carries a ton of bananas.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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On the third floor, alongside the hotel's Center Pool, is The Sandbox, a refined poolside restaurant with American coastal dishes that will satisfy any of your poolside cravings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The juxtaposition of glossy and matte papers satisfied the papyrophile in Nilsson while adding a chewy subtext for viewers.—
Jeremy Lybarger,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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According to research developed by the Council for Community & Economic Research (C2ER), all 10 cities saw a larger cost of living increase between 2020 and 2025 compared to Los Angeles, with some cities experiencing twice as much of an increase.—
Lindsay Kornick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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Why book Mangrove forests, winding rivers, and sea stacks that rise dramatically from the ocean—the 99-island archipelago of Langkawi is rich with natural wonders, and the Four Seasons property is designed to provide the best vantage for experiencing it.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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These older strains of wheat and grains have been gaining more and more attention as they’re sometimes better tolerated than mass market wheats by many folks adversely affected by gluten.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
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Heritage strains tend to be grown with fewer pesticides and synthetic fertilizers, and some people who react poorly to modern wheat tolerate them better.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
2 June 2026
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And even many doctors didn't know how to support her.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Staying hydrated, eating nutritious meals, and seeking medical advice for severe dryness or other symptoms can support your recovery.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
28 May 2026
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“Sustain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sustain. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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