What does "Tolerate" mean?

allow without interference

Synonym: enduring Opposite: rejecting

"Tolerate" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

I can put up with your debauchery and food theft, but I will not tolerate spying.

Desperate Housewives S1E8

I think it's probably tolerated more than discussed.

Emily in Paris S1E2

I'll try and tolerate him.

Gossip Girl S2E10

Exceeding 80 hours work per week will not be tolerated.

Grey's Anatomy S2E13

Look, Lil, we're all tolerating this prolonged nervous breakdown you're clearly having, with the punk band and the beekeeping and the petty larceny, but this is my career you're messing with.

How I Met Your Mother S2E6

I have tolerated Leslie's pro-government ways because her annoying kindness and generosity sneakily made me like her as a person.

Parks and Recreation S6E18

l was waiting to see if she would tolerate her low heart rate

Scrubs S1E15

he can tolerate small amounts of non-fat ice cream

The Big Bang Theory S1E17

"Tolerate" in TV shows & movies

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