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tolerance

[tol-er-uhns] / ˈtɒl ər əns /






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Researchers collected blood samples during four clinic visits and performed oral glucose tolerance tests to assess glucose and fat metabolism.

From Science Daily

That, in turn, allows them to push longer and harder in weight training, Hughes says, expanding their “window of tolerance” or the nervous system’s capacity to deal with things that are confronting, challenging and stressful.

From Los Angeles Times

“Since I’m so young, I’m completely OK with the risk tolerance for large market swings.”

From The Wall Street Journal

"There will be challenges, but we are counting on the tolerance and understanding of both citizens and businesses," said Jeliazkov.

From Barron's

We need to restore social norms that uphold dignity and tolerance.

From The Wall Street Journal