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tolerance

[tol-er-uhns] / ˈtɒl ər əns /






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The company said it supported the government in its investigation and that the company “has zero tolerance for violations of the law.”

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

“We all have zero, zero tolerance for what is happening and what’s been happening in the Valley,” said Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass during a news conference Monday afternoon.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

“Made with orange-like hybrids with tolerance to HLB. This juice is an innovation that represents the future of citrus,” a sign next to the cooler said.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

In your 50s and 60s, you should think about the other ways you spend money — namely topping up your retirement accounts and managing your risk tolerance.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

“It’s a step up. You gotta earn my tolerance in increments if you gon’ date my daughter.”

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas




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