adjective
lasting a long time
Synonyms
Examples
- an abiding belief
- imperishable truths
adjective
patiently bearing continual wrongs or trouble
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long-suffering
Examples
- an enduring disposition
- a long-suffering and uncomplaining wife
verb
put up with something or somebody unpleasant
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Examples
- I cannot bear his constant criticism
- The new secretary had to endure a lot of unprofessional remarks
- he learned to tolerate the heat
- She stuck out two years in a miserable marriage
verb
face and withstand with courage
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Examples
- She braved the elements
verb
continue to live and avoid dying
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Examples
- We went without water and food for 3 days
- These superstitions survive in the backwaters of America
- The race car driver lived through several very serious accidents
- how long can a person last without food and water?" "One crash victim died, the other lived
verb
undergo or be subjected to
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- He suffered the penalty
- Many saints suffered martyrdom
verb
last and be usable
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- This dress wore well for almost ten years
verb
persist for a specified period of time
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- The bad weather lasted for three days
verb
continue to exist
Synonyms
Examples
- These stories die hard
- The legend of Elvis endures