BEARING UP Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

bearing up

verb

present participle of bear up

as in inspiring

to fill with courage or strength of purpose repeatedly borne up in times of adversity by his faith

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This tragedy left an indelible mark on art and literature, inspiring some of the most powerful writing about displacement, exile, loss, and violence.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 July 2026
Two men, born 40 years apart nearly to the day, growing up in the same part of the country, both inspiring rabid fans while trying to keep a low profile.

— Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 28 July 2026

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Nearly everything Irene does here is monstrous, and yet Corsini never stops encouraging viewers to search for the heartbroken woman suddenly obscured by a wild avatar of self-protection.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 24 July 2026
Some parent advocacy groups are encouraging families to ask for one anyway.

— Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026

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