1
as in lets
to fail to prevent (some behavior on someone's part) especially from neglect or indifference
my boss simply doesn't tolerate tardiness
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as in accepts
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
suffering a terrible headache, the poor woman couldn't tolerate all the noise the neighbors were making
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Recent Examples of tolerates
Food-grade silicone tolerates high and low temperatures well and works particularly well for batch cooking and freezer storage.
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Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2026
Catmint is a tough plant that tolerates many different conditions as long as the soil is well-draining.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
This adaptable plant grows well in sandy or heavy clay soil, tolerates soggy spots, and is winter hardy in zones 5 and up.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 1 May 2026
This holly tolerates a wide range of soils and can withstand both drought and flooding.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2026
Catmint is a tough plant that tolerates many different conditions as long as the soil is well-draining.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
This adaptable plant grows well in sandy or heavy clay soil, tolerates soggy spots, and is winter hardy in zones 5 and up.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 1 May 2026
This holly tolerates a wide range of soils and can withstand both drought and flooding.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tolerates
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Texas property owners dealing with squatters got a faster legal path under Senate Bill 1333, which lets owners file an affidavit with the sheriff to have trespassers removed without going through full eviction proceedings, as outlined in the law that took effect in September 2025.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 May 2026
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The structure lets the AI know that this is a credible book on this particular topic.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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Admission is free; the group accepts donations.—
Eric E. Harrison,
Arkansas Online,
6 May 2026
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Cohen intends to become CEO of the post-merger company if eBay accepts the deal and completes it.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
4 May 2026
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There is an attitude among many in the legislature that children under five belong at home with mom, which ignores the economic reality facing Idaho families.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
8 May 2026
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Far too often, housing analysis ignores job creation.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
7 May 2026
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Our unhoused population already endures too much.—
Michael Perkins,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2026
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Long before drop-top Corvettes breezed through town, Albuquerque was a bastion of Spanish colonial and Native America cultures, a heritage that endures at 18th-century San Felipe de Neri Church in Old Town and the National Hispanic Cultural Center.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
8 May 2026
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This spring, Minnesota state lawmakers are considering legislation (SF 3769/HF 3609) to further enforce compliance with the 340B program, which allows qualifying medical facilities to buy medications from pharmaceutical companies at a discount.—
Dené K. Dryden,
Twin Cities,
8 May 2026
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The Dare Market app allows people to challenge one another to complete dares for prizes or money, but discourages users from breaking any laws, Perfito said.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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As companies compete for available land on earth and face criticism from neighbors who don’t want to live near data centers, orbiting tech stands to benefit from the absence of neighbors, endless solar power, and cold temperatures that GPUs need.—
Rachyl Jones,
semafor.com,
6 May 2026
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During their stroll, Monroe stands over a subway grate as the whoosh of a passing train blows the skirt of her white halter dress up, a welcome respite from the sweltering heatwave that has gripped the city.—
KC Baker,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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The Dewberry partners with bespoke chartering club Barton & Gray, so when weather permits, hotel guests can reserve an outing aboard a classic Hinckley Talaria boat, fully captained for custom, catered excursions to remote beaches and intercoastal waterways.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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New York is barred from altering state maps by its constitution, which only permits the Independent Redistricting Commission authority over redistricting.—
Ashleigh Fields,
The Hill,
4 May 2026
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Chief Justice John Roberts, who handles emergency petitions out of Virginia, will decide whether to reject the petition on his own or refer the petition to the full Supreme Court for a decision.—
Jack Birle,
The Washington Examiner,
11 May 2026
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The concierge handles that matchmaking from the member’s profile, pairing travelers to properties based on preferences rather than price.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
11 May 2026
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“Tolerates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tolerates. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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