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as in experienced
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
an elderly couple who have endured the ups and downs of a half century of married life
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as in tolerated
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
at some point we all have to endure the loss of a beloved pet
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as in remained
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
the fashion business is built on change, since nobody expects a particular clothing style to endure
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Recent Examples of endured
Japan has endured inflation above the Bank of Japan's target for 45 consecutive months, declining real wages and persistent yen weakness.
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Cnbc.com Staff, CNBC, 8 Feb. 2026
Griffiths endured the pandemic, had three kids, raised a $50 billion series B round, and sold the company for $320 million—all within the span of just two and a half years.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 8 Feb. 2026
It could be argued that Stephenie LaGrossa endured more on her first season of Survivor than any other of the more than 750 contestants to get up off the couch.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Feb. 2026
After returning to teaching, Kravitz endured a period of profound personal collapse that forced a full reset emotionally and professionally.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
That New Mexico lead would extend to 19-12 as part of a 9-0 run, during which Boise State endured an isolated four-minute scoring drought.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 7 Feb. 2026
Crisman endured a 24-hour train ride to Miami for the 1968 Super Bowl.
—Patrick Whittle, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
Darnold endured more growing pains during his rookie season but also showed flashes of excellence, including throwing three touchdown passes in a duel with Aaron Rodgers during an overtime loss to the Green Bay Packers.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 Feb. 2026
As tens of thousands of people endured nearly a week with no electricity, another storm loomed on the East Coast.
—Arkansas Online, 31 Jan. 2026
Cnbc.com Staff, CNBC, 8 Feb. 2026
Griffiths endured the pandemic, had three kids, raised a $50 billion series B round, and sold the company for $320 million—all within the span of just two and a half years.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 8 Feb. 2026
It could be argued that Stephenie LaGrossa endured more on her first season of Survivor than any other of the more than 750 contestants to get up off the couch.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Feb. 2026
After returning to teaching, Kravitz endured a period of profound personal collapse that forced a full reset emotionally and professionally.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
That New Mexico lead would extend to 19-12 as part of a 9-0 run, during which Boise State endured an isolated four-minute scoring drought.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 7 Feb. 2026
Crisman endured a 24-hour train ride to Miami for the 1968 Super Bowl.
—Patrick Whittle, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
Darnold endured more growing pains during his rookie season but also showed flashes of excellence, including throwing three touchdown passes in a duel with Aaron Rodgers during an overtime loss to the Green Bay Packers.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 Feb. 2026
As tens of thousands of people endured nearly a week with no electricity, another storm loomed on the East Coast.
—Arkansas Online, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for endured
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Anyone who has experienced a sound bath will recognize how quickly rhythmic sound and vibration can induce a sense of calm.—
Chloe Burcham,
Vogue,
5 Feb. 2026
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In a 2020 study, participants who followed a ketogenic diet experienced significant reductions in waist and hip circumference and total body fat percentage, without reducing their calorie intake.—
Bret Scher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Feb. 2026
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County Supervisor Janet Nguyen said Do’s disbarment serves to show the public that government corruption will not be tolerated.—
Tony Saavedra,
Oc Register,
5 Feb. 2026
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Its approval came after a 12-month safety study that found the drug had no serious side effects and was both safe and well tolerated.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
3 Feb. 2026
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To his credit, Onana remained at the heart of the battle and was evidently key to Villa staving off Bournemouth’s set-play threat.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The prosecution said a medical report noted Lai’s general health condition remained stable.—
Kanis Leung,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Baltimore also underwent a coaching change.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Two days later, Benjamin underwent surgery in which a shunt was placed in his head to drain the excess fluid to his abdomen.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
9 Feb. 2026
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Wheeled robots handled industrial workflows such as grocery picking, container movement, and packing.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Feb. 2026
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The investigation into Bezalel Zini was handled by Israeli police instead of the Shin Bet because of the relationship between the two men.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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The ex-duchess, who divorced Andrew in 1996, continued living with him at the property.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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The tense conversation continued for several minutes before a peculiar discrepancy popped up.—
J.C. Hallman,
Oklahoman,
10 Feb. 2026
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Freshman guard Meleek Thomas added 20 points and had three steals.—
Matt Byrne,
Arkansas Online,
11 Feb. 2026
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All were known to have had ties to Epstein, but the new files have provided more details on their relationships and dealings with the late money manager.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Conrad wasn’t sure how football fans would react but said most people eagerly accepted a towel.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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If your complaint is accepted by the authority, an investigator will determine whether any laws, policies or procedures were broken by officers.—
Matthew Cupelli,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
9 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Endured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endured. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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