as in patience
the capacity to endure what is difficult or disagreeable without complaining
showed great tolerance in dealing with the child's tantrums
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Recent Examples of tolerance
Delaware has a long history of tolerance for LGBTQ populations.
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Amalia Huot-Marchand, The Hill, 21 June 2025
Having food with capsaicin increases tolerance, so people can gradually work up to spicier peppers—which may provide more benefits.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 17 June 2025
Four things women’s bodies do exceptionally well Pain tolerance: Human bodies endure all kinds of pain — from menstrual cramps and childbirth to back injuries and broken bones.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 June 2025
Predictably, Newsom — who portrays his state as a model of tolerance — immediately denounced Trump’s actions on social media and appeared on MSNBC, the cable channel favored by left-leaning voters.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 11 June 2025
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Amalia Huot-Marchand, The Hill, 21 June 2025
Having food with capsaicin increases tolerance, so people can gradually work up to spicier peppers—which may provide more benefits.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 17 June 2025
Four things women’s bodies do exceptionally well Pain tolerance: Human bodies endure all kinds of pain — from menstrual cramps and childbirth to back injuries and broken bones.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 June 2025
Predictably, Newsom — who portrays his state as a model of tolerance — immediately denounced Trump’s actions on social media and appeared on MSNBC, the cable channel favored by left-leaning voters.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tolerance
patience
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This can take time and patience, especially in rush hour, with luggage in tow.—
Will McGough,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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These organizations typically feature mentorship programs, clear communication channels and patience for the learning curve that comes with professional development.—
Brendan Keegan,
Rolling Stone,
24 June 2025
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“Tolerance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tolerance. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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