tolerate

US /ˈtɑː.lə.reɪt/
UK /ˈtɑː.lə.reɪt/
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1.

allow the existence, occurrence, or practice of (something that one does not necessarily like or agree with) without interference.

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She could not tolerate his constant complaining.
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Our company does not tolerate discrimination of any kind.
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2.

be capable of continued subjection to (a drug, toxin, or environmental condition) without adverse reaction.

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Some patients cannot tolerate certain medications.
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The plant can tolerate dry conditions.
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