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as in endurable
capable of being endured
stubbing your toe is at least a more tolerable pain than breaking your foot
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as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards
the accommodations are tolerable though not exactly luxurious
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Recent Examples of tolerable
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Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2024
The average temperature for the year is almost certain to exceed 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 Fahrenheit) above preindustrial levels — surpassing what scientists say is the threshold for tolerable warming.
—Sarah Kaplan, Washington Post, 23 July 2024
In the medium term, bitcoin may even save the U.S. from its over-reliance on the power of its money printer, which has caused political and market distortions that are no longer tolerable by a large swath of American voters and international interests.
—Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
For some voters, the deluge is tolerable—like Kamala Harris supporter Robyn Beyah, who embraces the messages as part of her involvement.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2024
The average temperature for the year is almost certain to exceed 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 Fahrenheit) above preindustrial levels — surpassing what scientists say is the threshold for tolerable warming.
—Sarah Kaplan, Washington Post, 23 July 2024
In the medium term, bitcoin may even save the U.S. from its over-reliance on the power of its money printer, which has caused political and market distortions that are no longer tolerable by a large swath of American voters and international interests.
—Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
For some voters, the deluge is tolerable—like Kamala Harris supporter Robyn Beyah, who embraces the messages as part of her involvement.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tolerable
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But for the past few weeks, it's made being trapped on the couch much more endurable, and even enjoyable, for me and my family.Adrienne So, WIRED, 1 Apr. 2020
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But Russo understands the appeal, even the necessity, of those absurd affections that exceed all reason and make the travails of human life endurable.Ron Charles, Washington Post, 18 July 2023
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Interim Police Chief Robin Henderson said with recent staff increases at the 911 call center, there should be adequate staffing during the arctic blast unless weather conditions make travel challenging.Skye Seipp, Austin American-Statesman, 21 Nov. 2024
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Children are living in tents without adequate access to safe water, sanitation or adequate protection from the elements.Sarah Ferguson, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Capstone Companies is exploring the development or acquisition of a new business line, with a focus on generating sustainable revenues.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Cathy: The leading motivation was access to sustainable meat.Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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If Williams gets decent protection and can hang in the pocket, receivers D.J. Moore, Rome Odunze, Keenan Allen and tight end Cole Kmet are capable of making plays.Steve Silverman, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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To be clear, longer-term measures of breadth are still in decent shape.David Keller, CNBC, 21 Nov. 2024
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One out-of-state door knocker with HLA alleges that their quota was to hit 200 doors per day in the burning sun—a difficult total to hit even under more bearable weather.Makena Kelly, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
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As for how Harper is implicated in this: Harper apparently was brought on the boat by a desperate Yasmin to make the yacht trip bearable.Nina Li Coomes, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2024
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This universal approach to patient care allows for a stress-free journey to satisfactory hair transplantation for all international visitors.Kyle J. Russell, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
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The company maintains a satisfactory level of liquidity and capital resources, with management believing that its liquidity sources are sufficient to support existing operations.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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That was fine with Bronson, a construction company owner, who wanted tails.Christina Hall, Detroit Free Press, 21 Nov. 2024
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Probably best known as the longtime Dior executive who developed its fine jewelry and watch division, Nicolas has also worked at Cartier and Sotheby’s before becoming general manager of Printemps’ flagship Haussmann store in 2021.Miles Socha, WWD, 21 Nov. 2024
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Armani Beauty Eye Tint Longwear Liquid Eyeshadow, $38 In This Article: What kind of eyeshadow is best for mature skin?Jenny Berg, Vogue, 23 Nov. 2024
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Boats are decorated in their festive best for a parade down the Savannah River.Heather Bien, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
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“Tolerable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tolerable. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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