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as in to undergo
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it an elderly couple who have endured the ups and downs of a half century of married life

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How does the verb endure differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of endure are abide, bear, stand, suffer, and tolerate. While all these words mean "to put up with something trying or painful," endure implies continuing firm or resolute through trials and difficulties.

endured years of rejection

When is abide a more appropriate choice than endure?

While the synonyms abide and endure are close in meaning, abide suggests acceptance without resistance or protest.

cannot abide their rudeness

Where would bear be a reasonable alternative to endure?

Although the words bear and endure have much in common, bear usually implies the power to sustain without flinching or breaking.

forced to bear a tragic loss

When can stand be used instead of endure?

The synonyms stand and endure are sometimes interchangeable, but stand emphasizes even more strongly the ability to bear without discomposure or flinching.

unable to stand teasing

When would suffer be a good substitute for endure?

While in some cases nearly identical to endure, suffer often suggests acceptance or passivity rather than courage or patience in bearing.

suffering many insults

When is it sensible to use tolerate instead of endure?

The words tolerate and endure can be used in similar contexts, but tolerate suggests overcoming or successfully controlling an impulse to resist, avoid, or resent something injurious or distasteful.

refused to tolerate such treatment

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of endure Resonant stories become templates and enduring characters become models for a reason. Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 6 Sep. 2025 And yet, between when the film was greenlit and its premiere at the Toronto Film Festival, California has endured record wildfires. Peter Debruge, Variety, 6 Sep. 2025 Union officials say their members have endured a 36% increase in health insurance costs since 2021. Alexander Coolidge, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025 These enduring truths are what anchor us in turbulent times. Russell M. Nelson, Time, 5 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for endure
Recent Examples of Synonyms for endure
Verb
  • Another police officer arrived at the scene and shot at Tom, and the injured officer was airlifted to a nearby hospital to undergo surgery.
    Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
  • The stadium itself will undergo redevelopment starting next year, to finish in 2029.
    Liam Tharme, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The reward for tolerating winter is spring.
    Chris McKeown, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Any violence committed or even threatened against Raglan James will not be tolerated on this website.
    Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Spoon batter into pan, smooth top, and sprinkle streusel and remaining pecans.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2025
  • After defeating the Twins, the Royals remained just a game behind the Seattle Mariners (74-68) for the third and final wild-card spot.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The league could void the Clippers-Leonard contract and order the forfeiture of first-round picks, a penalty experienced by the Minnesota Timberwolves when they were found to have circumvented the cap to sign Joe Smith.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 Sep. 2025
  • The suit found at least 8,445 defendants experienced a delay of 30 days or more in obtaining counsel for trials since 2019.
    MARGARET SHREINER, jsonline.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Outside Notre Dame Stadium in the run-up to the Indiana game, Gillis stood with analysts Pat McAfee and Kirk Herbstreit for a segment on the pregame show.
    Pete Sampson, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Curtis was spotted smiling and standing along the side of the red carpet in casual all-black attire that included a sweater and casual black slacks.
    Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • In the east, crews continued to build line between Wiseman Springs and Rancheria Creek, engaging the fire directly along its active edge where favorable.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 6 Sep. 2025
  • This time, the free-flying satellite rocketed into orbit with no issues and continues operating today.
    Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Kaivan Shroff, a 2024 delegate for Harris, said the former vice president has the right to tell the story of her campaign, as does Biden, who has conducted a few interviews and speeches since leaving office.
    Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Kirk, a prominent voice in culture wars on college campuses, hosts a daily radio show and podcast, The Charlie Kirk Show, which ranks among the top 10 on Apple News’ list of top podcasts and has a strong Gen Z fan base.
    Zachary Folk, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Nikki also shared a few candid sentiments upon accepting her award.
    Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Over the last month, three House Democrats have sworn off contributions from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee after accepting them in prior election cycles.
    David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025

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“Endure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endure. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.

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