tolerate
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Your nest egg could tolerate significantly more equity exposure than the generic 30/70 stock/bonds allocation for a couple in their 70s.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
Bank of England Gov. Andrew Bailey said the central bank can tolerate temporary inflation above its target due to the weak economy.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
The state "will not tolerate acts of terror or intimidation against communities of faith", Newsom added.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
"Hate has no place in California, and we will not tolerate acts of terror or intimidation against communities of faith," he said on X, adding, "To the San Diego Muslim community: California stands with you."
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
Unable to tolerate Hugo any longer, Gerhard moves out, taking over the small bedroom in Oma and Opa's flat.
From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti
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