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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
Care for your systems to sustain steady progress.
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Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026
Police officials confirmed to United Daily News that the tourist sustained facial injuries and was transported to hospital.
—Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 26 Jan. 2026
By the end of the day, eight people were dead — two more died in the hospital in the days following — dozens were transported to the hospital and thousands sustained injuries.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026
The restaurant closed for the day after sustaining interior damage, including inches of standing water on the floor and leaks dripping from the ceiling in several areas.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 26 Jan. 2026
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Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026
Police officials confirmed to United Daily News that the tourist sustained facial injuries and was transported to hospital.
—Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 26 Jan. 2026
By the end of the day, eight people were dead — two more died in the hospital in the days following — dozens were transported to the hospital and thousands sustained injuries.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026
The restaurant closed for the day after sustaining interior damage, including inches of standing water on the floor and leaks dripping from the ceiling in several areas.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 26 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sustain
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True North’s mandate will not only to percolate films and nurture emerging talented filmmakers, but also to provide financing and strategic support to films.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
29 Jan. 2026
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Guests are invited to become part of the journey — kneading bread, baking cookies, gathering fresh eggs, or plucking herbs for cocktails — while learning how regenerative farming nurtures both flavor and sustainability.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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The Cybercabs are supposed to power Tesla’s Robotaxi service, which is currently undergoing limited testing in Austin.—
Siladitya Ray,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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After undergoing treatment for nearly one year, his calcium and vitamin D levels returned to normal.—
Jamie Johnson,
Verywell Health,
29 Jan. 2026
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As tens of thousands of people endured nearly a week with no electricity, another storm loomed on the East Coast.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 Jan. 2026
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On Saturday, Connecticut was enduring glacial temperatures in the teens.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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Three agents are then seen carrying the man away from the scene by his arms and one of his legs.—
Sophia Compton,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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Art carries wellness benefits, as well.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Jan. 2026
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As a ship that hails from Europe, MSC Grandiosa packs international flavor with a chocolatier, macarons, gelato and crepes that satisfy sweet teeth.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Jan. 2026
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Our top overall pick is the Davines Love Smoothing Shampoo Bar, which satisfied both straight- and curly-haired testers.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
27 Jan. 2026
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More than half of all people will experience a psychiatric disorder in their lifetime, research shows.—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
28 Jan. 2026
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Raise the Future offers Family Support Services to help foster and adoptive families navigate the trauma that children have experienced, and that includes kinship families.—
Libby Smith,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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Phase 1 human clinical trials showed it was well tolerated, and Bakshi says early results in Phase 2, which is focused on both safety and efficacy, are promising.—
Ana Castelain,
Bloomberg,
28 Jan. 2026
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Bovino’s departure seemed an admission that Minnesotans aren’t the only Americans who won’t tolerate more deaths at the hands of federal agents.—
Adam Serwer,
The Atlantic,
27 Jan. 2026
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The designer honors his Azerbaijani heritage, working with artisans from across Azerbaijan and Georgia to create rich, unique textures, while helping to support rural communities and preserve fading artisanal skills.—
Amy O’Brien,
Vogue,
30 Jan. 2026
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Democrats have vowed not to support the funding measure unless there are guardrails placed on the Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Sustain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sustain. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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