as in inspiring
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
repeatedly borne up in times of adversity by his faith
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Recent Examples of bearing up
It can also be used as a bench, bearing up to 355 pounds.
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bearing up
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Ditto for another awe-inspiring scene which saw millions of soldiers and their horses floating upwards to the sky due to loss of gravity.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Heather's video of the proposal quickly went viral, with many viewers commenting on the inspiring dynamic between the photographer and her ex-husband.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
18 Sep. 2025
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The immediacy and interactivity of social media platforms amplified the outrage, encouraging group mobilization.—
Nir Kshetri,
The Conversation,
14 Sep. 2025
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By encouraging curiosity, leaders and employees can move beyond surface-level use and unlock the full potential of the tools around them.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Bearing up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bearing%20up. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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