tolerate
verb (used with object)
to allow the existence, presence, practice, or act of without prohibition or hindrance; permit.
has tolerated
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present perfectof tolerate (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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The world has tolerated this situation for decades, but the economic logic is clear.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 12, 2026
“For decades, Congress has tolerated a system in which nearly half of full-time workers and most part-time and gig workers lack access to a workplace retirement plan. Addressing that coverage gap is not trivial.”
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 25, 2026
So far, the Supreme Court has tolerated this restriction.
From Slate ● Dec. 5, 2025
Historically, Reddit has tolerated publication of content which is offensive or discriminatory in the name of free speech.
From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2017
The marsh has tolerated us as long as it cares to, and we beat our retreat.
From The Log of the Sun A Chronicle of Nature's Year by William Beebe
