tolerance
Example Sentences
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How much cash someone stores in CDs, high-yield savings accounts and other cash-equivalent accounts depends on their financial status, age and risk tolerance.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
In these nitrogen saturated ecosystems, additional nitrogen can push the system beyond its tolerance threshold.
From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026
"We definitely have a high heat tolerance, which I think makes our cuisine unique. We have a heavy hand when it comes to seasonings, especially Scotch bonnets, which we add to everything."
From BBC • May 31, 2026
“Safety is a cornerstone of our business and we have zero tolerance for inappropriate and unsafe behavior.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
As the person responsible for seeking solutions to housing problems, she had reached her limit of tolerance.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
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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