intolerance
noun
in·tol·er·ance
(ˌ)in-ˈtä-lə-rən(t)s 
-ˈtäl-rən(t)s
1
: the quality or state of being intolerant
2
: exceptional sensitivity (as to a drug)
specifically
: inability to properly metabolize or absorb a substance
Synonyms
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Others say Jay’s sweet, fatherly persona masks a hot temper and intolerance for anyone who questions his authority.
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Rene Ebersole, Rolling Stone, 21 Apr. 2024
Many gravitate toward non-dairy milk because of an allergy or intolerance, but some prefer it because of its lesser environmental impact.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 21 Apr. 2024
However, scientific studies show that gluten only causes inflammation in people with celiac disease, a wheat allergy or a specific intolerance.
—Maria Berentzen, Vogue, 3 Apr. 2024
Lactose intolerance, which affects 30 million to 50 million Americans, qualifies as a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
—Anne Marie Lee, CBS News, 14 Mar. 2024
Three Starbucks customers have filed a lawsuit against the coffee chain giant, alleging that its extra charges for non-dairy alternatives are discriminating against people with lactose intolerance.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 13 Mar. 2024
Individuals with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance should avoid bovine colostrum supplements, the dietitian said.
—Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 10 Feb. 2024
The work is particularly fulfilling, said McEvoy, who suffers from gluten intolerance and knows the rigor of planning meals at theme parks where pizza and churros are king.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2024
The platform — and Musk — has a reputation for intolerance, antisemitism, transphobia.
—Jason Sheeler, Peoplemag, 17 Mar. 2024
Rene Ebersole, Rolling Stone, 21 Apr. 2024
Many gravitate toward non-dairy milk because of an allergy or intolerance, but some prefer it because of its lesser environmental impact.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 21 Apr. 2024
However, scientific studies show that gluten only causes inflammation in people with celiac disease, a wheat allergy or a specific intolerance.
—Maria Berentzen, Vogue, 3 Apr. 2024
Lactose intolerance, which affects 30 million to 50 million Americans, qualifies as a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
—Anne Marie Lee, CBS News, 14 Mar. 2024
Three Starbucks customers have filed a lawsuit against the coffee chain giant, alleging that its extra charges for non-dairy alternatives are discriminating against people with lactose intolerance.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 13 Mar. 2024
Individuals with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance should avoid bovine colostrum supplements, the dietitian said.
—Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 10 Feb. 2024
The work is particularly fulfilling, said McEvoy, who suffers from gluten intolerance and knows the rigor of planning meals at theme parks where pizza and churros are king.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2024
The platform — and Musk — has a reputation for intolerance, antisemitism, transphobia.
—Jason Sheeler, Peoplemag, 17 Mar. 2024
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intolerance
noun
in·tol·er·ance
(ˈ)in-ˈtäl-(ə-)rən(t)s
1
: the quality or state of being intolerant
2
: exceptional sensitivity (as to a drug or food)
Medical Definition
intolerance
noun
in·tol·er·ance
(ˈ)in-ˈtäl(-ə)-rən(t)s
1
: lack of an ability to endure
an intolerance to light
2
: exceptional sensitivity (as to a food or drug)
specifically
: inability to properly metabolize or absorb a substance
glucose intolerance
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