tolerance
Example Sentences
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“They solve a real problem by giving people a diversified portfolio that automatically adjusts risk tolerance over time, but that convenience often comes with lower long-term growth potential.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026
Sovereign-wealth fund managers typically have a higher risk tolerance and a higher expected return than do traditional official reserve managers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026
He said he had asked the prime minister to "guarantee the normalisation of antisemitism in the UK will stop, and that there will be zero tolerance".
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
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
Finally, in December 1958 the zero tolerance which the Commissioner had recommended in 1955 became effective.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
Vocabulary lists containing tolerance
"The Great Gatsby," Chapter 1 Vocabulary
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The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
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A Separate Peace
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