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tolerate

CEFR: B2

To endure, withstand, or accept physical discomfort, high lactic acid levels, or opposing views without yielding.

Synonyms

withstand
brook
endure

Common Collocations

tolerate stress
zero tolerance
tolerate high temperatures

Example Sentence

Endurance runners train to tolerate elevated blood lactate concentrations during the final sprint.

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