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as in to endure
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
I won't sustain such insolence!
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Recent Examples of sustain
This refers to the point at which a nuclear reaction can sustain itself.
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Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 16 Feb. 2026
Catching up on the men’s hockey stage, the Kings suffered a severe blow when forward Kevin Fiala sustained a season-ending injury playing for Switzerland on Friday.
—John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 15 Feb. 2026
At present, Iran appears devoid of the social capacity needed to sustain street protests.
—Pegah Banihashemi, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
According to skipper Charles Caudrelier, these systems could allow Gitana 18 to hover above waves approaching 10 feet with minimal hull contact, while sustaining average speeds of 40 knots.
—Helen Iatrou, Robb Report, 15 Feb. 2026
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Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 16 Feb. 2026
Catching up on the men’s hockey stage, the Kings suffered a severe blow when forward Kevin Fiala sustained a season-ending injury playing for Switzerland on Friday.
—John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 15 Feb. 2026
At present, Iran appears devoid of the social capacity needed to sustain street protests.
—Pegah Banihashemi, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
According to skipper Charles Caudrelier, these systems could allow Gitana 18 to hover above waves approaching 10 feet with minimal hull contact, while sustaining average speeds of 40 knots.
—Helen Iatrou, Robb Report, 15 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sustain
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Your 4th House of Home and Family shifts as the nurturing Moon enters, encouraging you to create simple order in your domestic life.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Your 5th House of Creativity and Romance warms as the nurturing Moon blends with loving Venus there, encouraging playful expression that potentially heals old insecurities as well.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Feb. 2026
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Two other military bases have also undergone extensive repairs.—
Farida Elsebai,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Harrison remains free on bail and is required to undergo electronic monitoring and attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, according to the District Attorney’s Office.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Airlines canceled flights and cultural events were postponed as Cuba endures its worst fuel shortage in years, harming tourism and the broader economy.—
Andrea Rodriguez,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2026
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Rogen is the ensemble’s MVP, finding an unexpected tenderness as a man trying to endure the night’s overwhelming discomfort without revealing any of his insecurities.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
14 Feb. 2026
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Keough alone could carry the film, embodying the most peculiar mix of lust and off-kilter desire in her baby-blue thigh high boots.—
David Opie,
IndieWire,
15 Feb. 2026
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He was pictured carrying a Louis Vuitton box into the restaurant—perhaps a Valentine’s Day gift for Rihanna?—
Kelsey Stewart,
Footwear News,
15 Feb. 2026
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Breakfast Habits to Boost Your Energy Fortunately, several delicious and nutritious breakfast habits can boost energy levels and satisfy your cravings.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
17 Feb. 2026
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Pizza fans can find casual, satisfying slices at Mezza Luna Pizza, which offers a relaxed, counter-service experience.—
Lauren Schuster,
Kansas City Star,
17 Feb. 2026
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Now, Cuba may be experiencing the most profound moment of economic uncertainty that the island’s residents have endured in decades if not over their entire lives.—
Patrick Oppmann,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 50 mph.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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But at some public schools, the woman from Rasht said, absences aren't tolerated and students found with pellet wounds are expelled or arrested.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Feb. 2026
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The filing went on to say the plaintiffs demonstrated that criminal activity indeed takes place at the Eco Motel, and that the motel’s owners are aware of and tolerate that activity.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Feb. 2026
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Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.—
Alexandra Del Rosario,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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Knight will be at her now-fiancée’s 1500m race Friday to support Bowe.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Sustain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sustain. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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