long-suffering
Example Sentences
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During that week, I felt that there was hope, that this long suffering might finally end.
From Slate • Jan. 18, 2025
And, rather than dwell in Joel's long suffering, he stands up for himself.
From Salon • Dec. 26, 2022
Last season was supposed to be the year, the season when the Nets and their fans — both the long suffering and the newcomers — would no longer be an afterthought in the N.B.A.
From New York Times • Oct. 17, 2021
They’d like to avoid that this time and give their long suffering fans something to cheer about.
From Seattle Times • May 31, 2019
“Ebenezer is a cold blooded scoundrel,” he observed in a tone of conviction which brought covert smiles even to the lips of his long suffering daughter.
From The Motor Maids Across the Continent by Stokes, Katherine
