- present participle of sustain.
sustaining
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Depending on the severity and location of the problem, this can contribute to weakness, reduced coordination, and difficulty sustaining physical activity.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 10, 2026
He spent a large chunk of last season with the Toffees under a similar arrangement, scoring twice and providing six assists in 20 appearances, before sustaining a season-ending foot injury in January.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
He said sustaining the JPL partnership is a “high priority.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026
For thousands of Maine families who rely on lobstering, the stakes in sustaining maritime commerce are high.
From Barron's ● Oct. 24, 2026
Only the thought of the possible catastrophes that might befall such an expedition, and of sustaining damage to my travelling suit, persuaded me to content myself with sitting here on this bench.
From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro
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