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be patient

VERB
bear with
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
not bear not tolerate




Example Sentences

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The tame core readings offer central-bank officials time to be patient on whether rate increases are necessary to tame war-fueled inflation, economists say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

As well as dealing with the overflowing in-tray of policy issues is the need to be patient facing.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

“Warsh is going to have to wait, be patient, and look for more signals,” she added.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

“Its really just a fire we have to be patient with,” Calvillo told KTTV.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

“I am unaccustomed to this sort of thing. You must be patient with me.”

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo




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