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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
Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2026
Contrary to the popular belief of many fans, for instance, Jones bears much of the responsibility for the rift with his bandmates and his tragic demise.
—Marc Ballon, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Officials said closures are put in place when bears frequent specific areas or show signs of unpredictable behavior, posing a risk to both visitors and wildlife.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Jones named the stadium’s atrium after him in 2015, and a city park east of the stadium also bears his name.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Apr. 2026
Foreman's family returned Thursday to his burial site, holding a news conference with Sioux City Mayor Bob Scott to reveal Foreman's burial place, marked by a large monument that bears an image of him as a teen following his Olympic gold medal boxing win.
—ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
His hearse paused for 91 seconds, one for each year of his life, at City Hall, the State Capitol, and the school that bears his name before he was laid to rest at Spring Grove Cemetery.
—Olivia Almagro, Hartford Courant, 16 Apr. 2026
Barbara was remembered as a beloved partner to Dennis, who for years served on the Cook County Board of Commissioners and a community center in North Lawndale that bears his name.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Anyone who doesn’t believe Lamar Jackson bears the pressure to fulfill his greatness with a Super Bowl ring is kidding themselves, NFL history and plain logic.
—Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
Christa Swanson, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
Officials warn this can lead to more aggressive behavior and increase the likelihood of dangerous encounters, and, in some cases, lead to bears being euthanized.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Like many other animals in the state including bears and beavers, bobcats numbers are steadily increasing.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026
But unlike Wlodarczak and other bears who cite broader competition, Yoon says the company is showing signs of evolution.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2026
Some bears spent the colder months hibernating under Lake Tahoe-area homes.
—Sarah Linn, Sacbee.com, 16 Apr. 2026
This stock remains untouchable to the bears, up over 31% year to date.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026
In the video, captured by Will Jones, one of the bears appeared eager to get closer, but Scooter refused to entertain the idea.
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
Though his family is Ashkenazi, Cohen didn’t grow up speaking Yiddish — his father studied at Berkeley, his mother at the London School of Economics — and his accent bears little trace of his origins.
—Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2026
Contrary to the popular belief of many fans, for instance, Jones bears much of the responsibility for the rift with his bandmates and his tragic demise.
—Marc Ballon, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
Officials said closures are put in place when bears frequent specific areas or show signs of unpredictable behavior, posing a risk to both visitors and wildlife.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Jones named the stadium’s atrium after him in 2015, and a city park east of the stadium also bears his name.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Apr. 2026
Foreman's family returned Thursday to his burial site, holding a news conference with Sioux City Mayor Bob Scott to reveal Foreman's burial place, marked by a large monument that bears an image of him as a teen following his Olympic gold medal boxing win.
—ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
His hearse paused for 91 seconds, one for each year of his life, at City Hall, the State Capitol, and the school that bears his name before he was laid to rest at Spring Grove Cemetery.
—Olivia Almagro, Hartford Courant, 16 Apr. 2026
Barbara was remembered as a beloved partner to Dennis, who for years served on the Cook County Board of Commissioners and a community center in North Lawndale that bears his name.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Anyone who doesn’t believe Lamar Jackson bears the pressure to fulfill his greatness with a Super Bowl ring is kidding themselves, NFL history and plain logic.
—Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
Noun
Campers, hikers, and residents in rural areas should be aware of potential encounters as hungry bears venture out in search of food.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
Officials warn this can lead to more aggressive behavior and increase the likelihood of dangerous encounters, and, in some cases, lead to bears being euthanized.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Like many other animals in the state including bears and beavers, bobcats numbers are steadily increasing.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026
But unlike Wlodarczak and other bears who cite broader competition, Yoon says the company is showing signs of evolution.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2026
Some bears spent the colder months hibernating under Lake Tahoe-area homes.
—Sarah Linn, Sacbee.com, 16 Apr. 2026
This stock remains untouchable to the bears, up over 31% year to date.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 16 Apr. 2026
In the video, captured by Will Jones, one of the bears appeared eager to get closer, but Scooter refused to entertain the idea.
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bears
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The Margaux has a toggle closure, while Quince’s bag seals with a zipper, which provides extra security.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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San Antonio’s Victor Wembanyama has a shot at doing the same.—
Tim Reynolds,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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That popular film starring Denzel Washington and Dakota Fanning stands as one of the most solid showcases of Washington’s edgy, magnetic screen presence, and director Tony Scott’s flashy, kinetic intensity.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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The Queen origin story, which also heavily leaned on thrilling concert sequences to electrify audiences, stands as the biggest music biopic of all time with $910 million worldwide.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
22 Apr. 2026
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The Trinity development pertains to two parcels of land located between the BSG facility and New Rutherford Avenue, and on New Rutherford Avenue, which are owned by the Boston Planning Department, the lawsuit states.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
15 Apr. 2026
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That also pertains to our commitment to become a Spanish-English bilingual museum.—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Timothée Chalamet heads to the beach in Miami in a casually stylish look of a Nahmias cap, Supreme x Wu-Tang Clan RZA T-shirt and cargo shorts on April 17.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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On Saturday, Leo heads to Angola, the third stop in his four-country tour of Africa, the longest of his pontificate.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Each piece carries a subtle, intentional message -- a daily reminder of your beauty and worth.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Each count carries a maximum of three years in prison.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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But the most rewarding aspect of Apex, which was directed by Baltasar Kormákur and written by Jeremy Robbins, is the degree to which Ben’s thesis holds true for Sasha as well.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
24 Apr. 2026
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Rudin holds degrees in English and American literature from Princeton University and Columbia University.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The experiments were conducted using a material known as hexagonal boron nitride (hBN), where light behaves in an unusual way.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Apr. 2026
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For the scientists who identified and described the species, the footage offers their first opportunity to observe how Cryptodrassus michaeli behaves.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Apr. 2026
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Now, the price shock from the war with Iran has become yet another headache for the beleaguered industry that hauls 70% of all freight in America.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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After lowering the helicopter to the water's surface, a flight crew member grabs the dog and hauls the pet aboard.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Bears.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bears. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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