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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 There has been action enough in the Grand Tour’s first week to fill three, with general classification (GC) expectations shattered, enduring class on display, and even a surprise new wearer of the pink jersey. Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 19 May 2025 Throughout the movie, the men go to work without shirts — their only way to cope with the temperature — but that’s nothing compared to the everyday pressure put on normal citizens under the military dictatorship, whose grip endured for another eight years. Peter Debruge, Variety, 18 May 2025 Big Jim, too heavy to steal and too thick to saw through, endured decades of vandalism. Michael Wells, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2025 At age 80, Michaels seems like the Highlander of network television – an enduring force, forever the show's wise and steady hand, guiding events from behind-the-scenes. Eric Deggans, NPR, 18 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for endure
Recent Examples of Synonyms for endure
Verb
  • The citywide system of tornado sirens was being replaced and had undergone testing Thursday, according to Russell.
    Julia Vargas Jones, CNN Money, 19 May 2025
  • The Celtics star has already undergone surgery to repair the issue, potentially helping to aid his recovery.
    Matt Levine, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 May 2025
Verb
  • Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania are recruiting participants for a trial testing whether people with advanced lung disease, including COPD, can tolerate taking semaglutide, the drug sold as Ozempic and Wegovy.
    Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 7 May 2025
  • This administration will not tolerate noncitizens causing mayhem on our college campuses.
    Greg Wehner , Alexis McAdams , Louis Casiano , Bill Melugin, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2025
Verb
  • Meanwhile, the baseline 10% tariff Trump announced April 2 will remain in effect for most U.K. imports, which could lead to higher prices for consumers.
    Bailey Schulz, USA Today, 9 May 2025
  • Where to Watch Marvel's 'Thunderbolts*' Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts* remains in theaters following its May 2 release.
    Jenna deJong, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
Verb
  • Attendees also will also experience a special musical performance by the Raging Grannies, a group known for their lively spirit and songs for justice.
    Deb Harvell, Arkansas Online, 11 May 2025
  • Her sincerest wish is to share the delight she’s experienced working with fruit trees and gardens.
    Nicole Sours Larson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 May 2025
Verb
  • The payoff on a college degree stands near its all-time high, the economists report in an April 16 post from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
    Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 10 May 2025
  • The group hasn't collected a new champion since 2014’s The Endless River, which stands as its last studio LP of original material.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025
Verb
  • Jury selection is underway, and as the trial continues to ramp up, its grip on our culture will likely only grow stronger.
    Charles Trepany, USA Today, 10 May 2025
  • If the Rodgers situation continues dragging out, could Pittsburgh move on and pursue a trade with the Falcons for Cousins?
    Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
Verb
  • The southeast counties of Miami-Dade and Broward had the highest number of outages at over 3,000, according to the tracking website.
    Christopher Cann, USA Today, 13 May 2025
  • The left edge is devoid of buttons, while the top has a couple of microphone holes.
    Iyaz Akhtar, PC Magazine, 13 May 2025
Verb
  • Rather than accept those limitations, Dr. Gu decided to build something better.
    William Jones, USA Today, 14 May 2025
  • Schumer’s announcement comes as Trump’s plan to accept the luxury jet to use as Air Force One has drawn strong pushback from Democrats, and even some Republicans, who have raised legal and ethical questions about the move.
    Erin Doherty, CNBC, 13 May 2025

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“Endure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endure. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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