Meaning of the word suffer in English

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suffer

US /ˈsʌf.ɚ/
UK /ˈsʌf.ɚ/
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Verb

1.

experience or be subjected to (something bad or unpleasant)

Example:
He suffered a heart attack.
The company suffered heavy losses.
2.

be subjected to or undergo (an unpleasant or painful experience)

Example:
She suffered from chronic pain.
Many people suffer from allergies.
3.

tolerate or allow (something bad to happen to someone or something)

Example:
I cannot suffer fools gladly.
The law does not suffer any exceptions.
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