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put up with





VERB
bear with
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
not bear not tolerate
























Example Sentences

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Regardless, the reappearance of such imperfect candidates each cycle tells a bitter story about what voters will put up with to win.

From Salon • Jun. 21, 2026

“I see their staff have to put up with a lot of abuse,” says the 31-year-old, who works in advertising.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

"I wasn't happy. I knew my body wasn't functioning properly and I wasn't prepared to just put up with it," she said.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

It’s not the hassles and aggravation that most people put up with.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

But Father and Mother are largely to blame for my having to put up with so much.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank




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