as in survives
to come safely through
we've weathered worse crises, and so we'll survive this one
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Recent Examples of weathers
Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
Restaurant stocks struggling this year as the industry weathers inflation , uneven economic growth and the proliferation of weight-loss drugs through society.
—Itzel Franco, CNBC, 15 Mar. 2026
Things are going strong between Jack and Mel, however, as the couple weathers a few setbacks on their journey to finally adopt a baby from one of Mel's patients, Marley, though the unforeseen return of a past obstacle threatens to derail their plans once again.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Mar. 2026
In magnolias, the bright red/orange fleshy coating can keep those seeds from germinating for several years, until weathering breaks down and/or weathers away those compounds.
—Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 21 Nov. 2025
Food banks are seeing a surge of demand across the country as the government shutdown weathers its fourth week – and military families are among those turning to public pantries to put food on the table.
—Mason Leath, ABC News, 23 Oct. 2025
His devoted but dysfunctional family, including mom Elsa (Jennifer Jason Leigh) and dad Doug (Michael Rappaport), do their best to support him as the family weathers other challenges.
—Toni Fitzgerald, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
The former pro wrestler stars as MMA fighter Mark Kerr, who weathers ups and downs alongside his wife, Dawn (Emily Blunt), to become a champion.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Alongside his wife Belle (Maria Bello), his son Cane (Jake Weary) and daughter Bree (Melissa Benoist), the family weathers buried secrets, addiction and the threat of financial collapse as Harlan turns to drug smuggling to save their business.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Verb
The difference between a retiree who weathers a 30% drop and one who doesn’t often comes down to preparation, not prediction.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
Restaurant stocks struggling this year as the industry weathers inflation , uneven economic growth and the proliferation of weight-loss drugs through society.
—Itzel Franco, CNBC, 15 Mar. 2026
Things are going strong between Jack and Mel, however, as the couple weathers a few setbacks on their journey to finally adopt a baby from one of Mel's patients, Marley, though the unforeseen return of a past obstacle threatens to derail their plans once again.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Mar. 2026
In magnolias, the bright red/orange fleshy coating can keep those seeds from germinating for several years, until weathering breaks down and/or weathers away those compounds.
—Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 21 Nov. 2025
Food banks are seeing a surge of demand across the country as the government shutdown weathers its fourth week – and military families are among those turning to public pantries to put food on the table.
—Mason Leath, ABC News, 23 Oct. 2025
His devoted but dysfunctional family, including mom Elsa (Jennifer Jason Leigh) and dad Doug (Michael Rappaport), do their best to support him as the family weathers other challenges.
—Toni Fitzgerald, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
The former pro wrestler stars as MMA fighter Mark Kerr, who weathers ups and downs alongside his wife, Dawn (Emily Blunt), to become a champion.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Alongside his wife Belle (Maria Bello), his son Cane (Jake Weary) and daughter Bree (Melissa Benoist), the family weathers buried secrets, addiction and the threat of financial collapse as Harlan turns to drug smuggling to save their business.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weathers
Verb
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The person who survives the abyss is the one with a dozen people standing at the top holding a rope.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
31 Mar. 2026
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President Jimmy Carter’s determination and discipline achieved the historic 1978 Camp David peace between Egypt and Israel, which still survives.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Soft, adjustable lighting, outdoor rain showers with peepholes framing the scenery, incredibly comfy poolside daybeds, super-crisp sheets, open-plan bathrooms with capacious closets—everything works, but nothing feels forced or superfluous.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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Hot showers are available for a couple of minutes every two to three days.—
Laura Dannen Redman,
Robb Report,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Weathers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weathers. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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