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Meaning of the word "bear up" in English

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bear up

US /ber ˈʌp/

UK /beər ʌp/

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Phrasal Verb

to remain cheerful and courageous in the face of difficulties

Example:

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She's trying to bear up under the pressure of her new job.

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How is he bearing up after the loss of his pet?

Synonym:

cope endure persevere manage sustain

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bear bear on bear with polar bear brown bear sloth bear sun bear