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be patient

VERB
bear with
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
not bear not tolerate




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So, we’ll all be patient, and if it happens, we’ll be ready.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 24, 2026

He needed to be patient to overcome an issue which lingers if not properly rested and, having played consistently over the past two seasons, is now reaping the rewards.

From BBC Jul. 8, 2026

For months, U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, have urged her to be patient and that an early return would risk her safety.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 2, 2026

In a speech last month, Waller said he was “prepared to be patient in holding policy at its current restrictive setting.”

From MarketWatch Jun. 29, 2026

“I shall be patient, Master. It is coming—coming—coming!”

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker




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