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as in endurable
capable of being endured
stubbing your toe is at least a more tolerable pain than breaking your foot
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as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards
the accommodations are tolerable though not exactly luxurious
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Recent Examples of tolerable
There's not much that makes plane travel tolerable these days.
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Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 May 2026
His presence on the roster spells trouble for Patrick Bailey, the two-time reigning NL Gold Glove winner whose highly meager offensive contributions are becoming less tolerable in a struggling lineup of out-makers.
—Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Decision reversibility sets the upper bound on tolerable error.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 2 May 2026
Smoothies can also be a good way to get in fruits and vegetables in a tolerable way.
—Holly Carter, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
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Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 May 2026
His presence on the roster spells trouble for Patrick Bailey, the two-time reigning NL Gold Glove winner whose highly meager offensive contributions are becoming less tolerable in a struggling lineup of out-makers.
—Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 4 May 2026
Decision reversibility sets the upper bound on tolerable error.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 2 May 2026
Smoothies can also be a good way to get in fruits and vegetables in a tolerable way.
—Holly Carter, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tolerable
Adjective
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The former, which would prohibit defense contractors from using Claude in their government workflows, was annoying for Anthropic, but endurable.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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Recognizing this makes the feeling more endurable.—
Daniel Smith,
The Atlantic,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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However, when the Missouri State Tax Commission ruled in 2024 that the 15%-plus value increases were unlawful without adequate notice, the firm sought a second chance to sue.—
Ilana Arougheti
June 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
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The fact that these issues have been front and center for so long without resolution implies that another 60 days will not be adequate to reach agreement.—
Michael Lynch,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Earning 3 points per dollar on gas and EV charging also makes current fuel prices feel a little more bearable, while the same elevated rewards rate brings Airbnb and Vrbo purchases on par with hotel stays and other traditional housing.—
Katherine Fan,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Hair removal on sensitive areas like the upper lip, chin, or brows can be uncomfortable, but using the best tweezers for facial hair can make the experience a lot more bearable.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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Unofficial election results show Orange County is on track to have a relatively decent turnout for a non-presidential election primary.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Wooden piles, Schwartz tells me, used to have a decent lifespan in the harbor because the water was so toxic that even the critters that eat wood couldn’t survive.—
Christopher Bonanos,
Curbed,
10 June 2026
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The structures were made with sustainable materials that will withstand the area’s immense weather, while keeping a cozy vibe indoors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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Back in 2024, Yeung told FN about how the brand was able to shift toward more sustainable practices thanks to moving the location of production.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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Throwing a couple of pizzas in the oven and tossing a simple salad will get a satisfactory answer to that question in less than 20 minutes.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
6 June 2026
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The mayor’s office statement indicates that resolution was satisfactory enough to lead to Yancey’s reinstatement to her high-ranking position.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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Brunson, a second-round draft pick, had fine years in Dallas but played second fiddle, at best, to Luka Doncic.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
14 June 2026
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In a pinch, Aparacio says a simple mixture of soap and water will also work just fine.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
14 June 2026
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Speaking of which, the USWNT sent their best before kickoff.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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So, nights such as Friday at the Coliseum are the next-best thing.—
Joaquin Ruiz,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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“Tolerable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tolerable. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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