as in support
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as in nurturing
to supply with nourishment
a granola bar should sustain you long enough to last until lunch
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as in experiencing
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
sustained serious injuries in the car crash
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as in enduring
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
I won't sustain such insolence!
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as in supporting
to hold up or serve as a foundation for
that old chair won't sustain your weight
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Recent Examples of sustaining
Robert Lea, Space.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
The breath of air, and the freedom of movement, only reinforce the moral asphyxiation taking place inside—and emphasize the unyielding authority sustaining the city’s public life.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 19 Feb. 2026
Curlers need an intense training regimen, dedicated to sustaining them through short bursts of cardiovascular exercise (sweeping) and keeping their legs flexible and strong to support the deep lunge position adopted when hurling the stone.
—Julia Frankel, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
The challenge for the White House—assuming a weak dollar is key to its economic plans—will be sustaining the dollar’s weakness in the long run.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 19 Feb. 2026
Deranque, 23, died after sustaining a severe brain injury when he was attacked by at least six people last week on the sidelines of a far-right protest against a left-wing politician speaking at a university in Lyon, in the southeast of France.
—CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
The group plans to continue following a highly selective approach to M&A, while sustaining capital discipline, Puig said.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
Its role as the only economic player in town – the result of crushing sanctions further criminalizing the regime to the point of creating and sustaining a black market economy run by the group – leaves its leaders disinterested in turning their back on such a system.
—Alexander Langlois, Oc Register, 18 Feb. 2026
According to those reports, during her arrest in December, she was beaten repeatedly with wooden sticks and batons and dragged across the ground by her hair, sustaining injuries that left open wounds on her head.
—Jomana Karadsheh, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
Noun
These molecules could serve as the building blocks of more complex organic molecules, which are vital in the development and sustaining of life.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
Singleton acknowledged that sustaining the coordinated, multi-agency model beyond the World Cup will be difficult once the spotlight fades.
—Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
The breath of air, and the freedom of movement, only reinforce the moral asphyxiation taking place inside—and emphasize the unyielding authority sustaining the city’s public life.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 19 Feb. 2026
Curlers need an intense training regimen, dedicated to sustaining them through short bursts of cardiovascular exercise (sweeping) and keeping their legs flexible and strong to support the deep lunge position adopted when hurling the stone.
—Julia Frankel, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
The challenge for the White House—assuming a weak dollar is key to its economic plans—will be sustaining the dollar’s weakness in the long run.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 19 Feb. 2026
Deranque, 23, died after sustaining a severe brain injury when he was attacked by at least six people last week on the sidelines of a far-right protest against a left-wing politician speaking at a university in Lyon, in the southeast of France.
—CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
The group plans to continue following a highly selective approach to M&A, while sustaining capital discipline, Puig said.
—Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
Its role as the only economic player in town – the result of crushing sanctions further criminalizing the regime to the point of creating and sustaining a black market economy run by the group – leaves its leaders disinterested in turning their back on such a system.
—Alexander Langlois, Oc Register, 18 Feb. 2026
According to those reports, during her arrest in December, she was beaten repeatedly with wooden sticks and batons and dragged across the ground by her hair, sustaining injuries that left open wounds on her head.
—Jomana Karadsheh, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sustaining
Noun
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Meyer does not have universal support in a fractured player and agent community.—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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The support for signaling an openness to a potential rate hike appears to be a significant shift from previous meetings.—
Christopher Rugaber,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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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
Verb
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The change of seasons brings about changes in our home, too—from experiencing less natural light to layering on extra blankets or even our towels drying slower.—
Shagun Khare,
The Spruce,
22 Feb. 2026
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Consumers save a lot on fuel with this model while also experiencing the best of Mercedes' wagon culture.—
Morgan Korn,
ABC News,
22 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Untarnished and untouchable, La Sultana and its glorious surroundings remain suspended in their peaceful bubble for the enduring future.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Feb. 2026
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At others, that meant enduring tough negotiations behind closed doors.—
Cliff Brunt,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The active component in milk thistle seeds, silymarin, has been shown in some studies to increase glutathione levels naturally up to 35-50% by protecting liver cells and supporting their function.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
21 Feb. 2026
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The presenters discussed how periodontitis, a severe form of gum disease that worsens with age, affects the bone and tissues supporting the teeth.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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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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And Gu’s defense of her 2019 decision, while satisfying few stateside, has never really changed.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Recognizing this challenge, Yale researchers sought to better understand the prevalence of antibiotic allergy labels among patients undergoing bone marrow transplantation, which patients are most likely to carry them, and how often those labels reflect true allergy.—
Jordan Shaked,
Hartford Courant,
20 Feb. 2026
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The news came 48 hours after the Kings announced that Zach LaVine (finger) and Domantas Sabonis (knee) would miss the rest of the season after undergoing surgical procedures to repair their injuries.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Cryptomeria thrives under challenging conditions, tolerating salt spray, deer and rabbit browsing, and hot, dry planting sites.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2026
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Individuals with sensitive digestive systems, irritable bowel syndrome or difficulty tolerating large amounts of oats may especially need to limit frequency or portion size.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Sustaining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sustaining. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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