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as in experienced
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
willingly suffered hardships so that their children would have a better life
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as in grieved
to feel deep sadness or mental pain
the husband suffered deeply at the mere suggestion that he had been unfaithful
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as in permitted
to give permission for or to approve of
contends that the death penalty is something that no civilized society should suffer
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as in allowed
to fail to prevent (some behavior on someone's part) especially from neglect or indifference
I will not suffer you to insult me so!
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Recent Examples of suffered
Many public transit systems suffered as remote work increased and ridership declined.
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Sacbee.com,
1 July 2026
On June 24, Runnels suffered a medical event and was taken to JPS Hospital, where Runnels died the next day.
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Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 July 2026
Korn Ferry’s Workforce 2025 survey found 41% of employees say their company has cut management layers, and 43% say leadership alignment has suffered as a result.
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Cindy Rodriguez Constable,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Both suffered only minor injuries, according to the rescue team.
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Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
Cameron died at the scene of the crash near the intersection of College Boulevard and Thompson Avenue, and her husband suffered a variety of injuries and had to have surgery.
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Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
The man, who has not been identified publicly, suffered one entry wound and two exit wounds from the lightning strike, according to the outlet.
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Latoya Gayle,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
During the chase, one officer suffered minor injuries.
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Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
28 June 2026
Already listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act, in 2023 the species suffered widespread mortality in Florida waters following a heat wave.
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Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
28 June 2026
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2026
On June 24, Runnels suffered a medical event and was taken to JPS Hospital, where Runnels died the next day.
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Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 July 2026
Korn Ferry’s Workforce 2025 survey found 41% of employees say their company has cut management layers, and 43% say leadership alignment has suffered as a result.
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Cindy Rodriguez Constable,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Both suffered only minor injuries, according to the rescue team.
—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2026
Cameron died at the scene of the crash near the intersection of College Boulevard and Thompson Avenue, and her husband suffered a variety of injuries and had to have surgery.
—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
The man, who has not been identified publicly, suffered one entry wound and two exit wounds from the lightning strike, according to the outlet.
—
Latoya Gayle,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
During the chase, one officer suffered minor injuries.
—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
28 June 2026
Already listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act, in 2023 the species suffered widespread mortality in Florida waters following a heat wave.
—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
28 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for suffered
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Investors who have experienced what might be called a contextual failure, a deal that stalled not because the economics changed but because the relationship broke down, will recognize the pattern.
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Like other female inmates in Tennessee and beyond, Sellars experienced strip searches that are more humiliating than what men experience because of their menstrual cycles.
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While the family grieved, the Willard Police Department got to work.
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The other thing most people miss is the sheer scale of what’s actually being grieved.
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The Yankees have permitted 20 unearned runs in their last 10 games after giving up 22 in their first 74 games.
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Getting into the fair may also be a barrier as portions of the National Mall site are fenced off ahead of the July 4 fireworks celebrations, and attendees are required to register, though walk-ups are permitted, according to the Freedom 250 website.
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The Nationals allowed 10 consecutive batters to reach base, eight of them via hits, including three extra-base hits and the two pivotal home runs.
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The team will now be allowed to travel to Seattle two days before the game, allowing for an extra day beyond the 24-hour window given to Team Melli for its first two games.
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The jewelry designer and mother of two had a lumpectomy, underwent radiation and took Tamoxifen to reduce her risk of recurrence.
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Unlike Brazil, the Philippines has never had a player make a meaningful impact on the professional game, especially on the women’s side.
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Noticias Telemundo confirmed the deaths with Trejo’s soccer club, Club Sport Marítimo de La Guaira, which mourned the tragic loss of their player’s family.
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He was mourned by friends and family Sands' funeral details were kept private by the family, but several people close to the actor publicly spoke out about his death.
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Violence against law enforcement will not be tolerated.
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Six years later, an ostensibly secret but broadly tolerated Remonstrant church was established in Delft.
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Reeves underwent labrum surgery in April and won’t play full-contact in practice until likely October, per KU coach Bill Self.
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The content creator said her daughter underwent numerous X-rays, ultrasounds and a biopsy before the hospital team determined the cancer diagnosis.
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“Suffered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suffered. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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