tolerate
verb (used with object)
to allow the existence, presence, practice, or act of without prohibition or hindrance; permit.
is tolerating
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present progressiveof tolerate (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“It has been a great relief that she is tolerating the medication and is actually doing a lot better,” the family friend told Vanity Fair.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 6, 2024
"Even though we're pushing through pricing, the consumer is tolerating it well," added McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski.
From Salon ● Mar. 31, 2023
Dr. O’Connor said Mr. Biden is tolerating the Paxlovid antiviral well and will drink water and use an albuterol inhaler as needed to manage symptoms.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 22, 2022
But Solicitor General Donald B. Verrilli Jr., representing the administration, denied that the language was legally significant; it would be more accurate to say the government is tolerating their presence, he said.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 17, 2016
I know that Father Boone is tolerating a lot from Bill because he has hopes of setting him right.
From A Boy Knight by Martin Jerome Scott
