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as in to undergo
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
an elderly couple who have endured the ups and downs of a half century of married life
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as in to tolerate
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
at some point we all have to endure the loss of a beloved pet
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as in to remain
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
the fashion business is built on change, since nobody expects a particular clothing style to endure
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Recent Examples of endure
As anyone who has tried can attest, building anything these days, whether a house or a commercial project, requires navigating a complex labyrinth of regulations, enduring a long and grueling and extremely costly, and often arbitrary, multilayered approval, review, and permitting process.
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Lee Steinhauer, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Jan. 2026
In conclusion, while the hype around AI may eventually subside, the applications that deliver true value will endure.
—Li Jun, Footwear News, 11 Jan. 2026
While Iman did not specify the design’s exact meaning, the message framed the tattoo as both an act of remembrance and a symbol of enduring love.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Jan. 2026
The symmetrical all-wheel drive (AWD) system has been Subaru’s enduring feature.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 11 Jan. 2026
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At the reception center, deportees undergo health screenings and receive vaccines.—
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Clyde Sharikova-Sudarma, a local veterinarian who undergoes expensive annual MRIs for an ongoing medical condition, said his premiums could double next year.—
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The shed can tolerate up to 6 inches of snow, prevents rainwater from pooling, and has engineered air vents that ensure optimal ventilation inside.—
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For families This is the rare wilderness lodge where kids aren't just tolerated—they're given the kind of freedom that barely exists anymore.—
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Two of the monkeys had applauded the event with hopping and grunts, but the other three had shot like arrows into the trees, chasing after the peculiar bird that had remained indifferent to their antics.—
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While challenges remain for buyers and sellers, housing experts say the market is beginning to stabilize.—
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Just about every corner of North America has experienced a super-sized helping of continentality in this winter’s weather.—
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For most fans, bringing home a souvenir from a live sporting event is one of the most exciting things to experience.—
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Episode 3 ended with Ron, Eric Nam, Kristen Kish, and Caroline Stanbury all tied to trees and hilariously pleading for their lives while the Traitors and a masked executioner all just kind of stood there awkwardly.—
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For immigration advocates in the Bay Area, Good’s death has intensified long-standing concerns about intimidation and retaliation against those who monitor federal agents.—
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As new products and innovations hit the market and her solo travels continue, she's curated quite the arsenal of safety devices and accessories.—
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Tensions mount in Minneapolis Hundreds of people took to the streets of Minneapolis to protest within hours of Good’s death and demonstrations have continued to swell in the ensuing days.—
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Boston's David Pastrnak had an assist on Lindholm's goal to extend his scoring streak to four games, with four goals and four assists in that span.—
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While past studies have shown that dairy products may have a protective effect against dementia, how specific dairy products affect cognitive health remains unclear.—
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The restaurant is busy preparing for a big night of food and drinks, and is no longer accepting reservations due to high demand, instead going with a first-come-first-served policy.—
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Unlike conventional recycling systems, the process accepts mixed plastic waste.—
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“Endure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endure. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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