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patience

[pay-shuhns] / ˈpeɪ ʃəns /


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“The long wait has been real, patience has been tested, but the interest in what they’re planning to deliver hasn’t gone away,” Ken Kaczmarek, a longtime Tesla investor, told MarketWatch ahead of the event.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026

"The Prime Minister extends his condolences to the bereaved families and prays for them to have the strength and patience to bear this irreparable loss," the statement said.

From Barron's ● Oct. 15, 2026

America is far stronger economically, but perseverance and patience may matter more in this fight.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 14, 2026

She’s a prekindergarten teacher for ages 4 and 5, which means she has lots of patience.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 11, 2026

A little bit of you knew what I meant so please don’t try my patience in the corners of her lips.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste


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