- present participle of tolerate.
tolerating
Example Sentences
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Souvenir collecting is often a solo sport, with spouses and other travel partners tolerating it or quietly culling the collection when no one’s looking.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 1, 2026
But just remember, tolerating a little heat is always part of owning stocks.
From Barron's ● Jun. 5, 2026
In a nation fed up with leaders seen as tolerating or colluding with organized crime, Manzo, 40, stood out.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 18, 2026
While her affection for Kermit is true, the great joke of their affair is that he’s often portrayed as tolerating her instead of providing the full worship she demands – nay, deserves.
From Salon ● Feb. 28, 2026
Just living with his family, he has to do more tolerating than the rest of us put together.
From "Linked" by Gordon Korman
