sustain
Usage
What are other ways to say sustain?
To sustain, a rather elevated word, suggests completeness and adequacy in supporting: The court sustained his claim. To support is to hold up or add strength to, literally or figuratively: The columns support the roof. To maintain is to support so as to preserve intact: to maintain an attitude of defiance. Uphold applies especially to supporting or backing another, as in a statement, opinion, or belief: to uphold the rights of a minority.
Example Sentences
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"Alexander Isak today successfully underwent surgery on the injury he sustained on Saturday," a Liverpool statement said.
From Barron's
Thailand, while calling the meeting an important opportunity, reiterated its conditions for negotiations, including a declaration of ceasefire from Cambodia first and a "genuine and sustained" ceasefire.
From BBC
Bollywood has always been considered high-risk, producing more flops than hits, but producers say the balance has tipped sharply as star-driven costs spiral beyond what box office returns can sustain.
From Barron's
The removal operation took about 30 minutes, after which the owl, who had sustained injuries, was taken to the Wildlife Care Network, a wildlife rescue center in Goleta.
From Los Angeles Times
Star guard Luka Doncic left the game with 12 points at halftime after a left leg contusion sustained in the first half.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
