sustain

US /səˈsteɪn/
UK /səˈsteɪn/
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1.

menopang, menyokong

strengthen or support physically or mentally

:
The pillars sustain the roof.
Tiang-tiang menopang bumbung.
She was sustained by her faith during difficult times.
Dia disokong oleh imannya semasa waktu sukar.
2.

mengekalkan, meneruskan

cause to continue or be prolonged for an extended period or without interruption

:
The company managed to sustain growth despite the economic downturn.
Syarikat itu berjaya mengekalkan pertumbuhan walaupun menghadapi kemerosotan ekonomi.
It's difficult to sustain such a high level of performance.
Sukar untuk mengekalkan tahap prestasi yang begitu tinggi.
3.

mengalami, menderita

undergo or suffer (something unpleasant, especially an injury, defeat, or loss)

:
The building sustained heavy damage in the earthquake.
Bangunan itu mengalami kerosakan teruk dalam gempa bumi.
He sustained a serious injury during the game.
Dia mengalami kecederaan serius semasa perlawanan.