countenanced
Example Sentences
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“Catholics are not extremists,” he said, bristling at any suggestion that he would have countenanced targeting Americans because of the nature of their religious beliefs.
From Washington Times • Sep. 20, 2023
It understood its sector — venture capitalists and technology start-ups — and made loans that national banks would never have countenanced.
From New York Times • Apr. 1, 2023
Because it is outrageous that such a wealthy city has countenanced inhuman living conditions like this for years.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 25, 2023
The complexity of Facebook’s systems will no longer be countenanced as an excuse for failing to regulate it.
From Slate • Dec. 20, 2018
Despite the ominous tone, and my better instincts, I’d countenanced enough inmate misbehavior and disrespect to feel invigorated by the thought that this is where it all stops.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
