tolerating

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Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien's clip went viral and triggered a backlash that led to his arrest in Singapore, which has a reputation for not tolerating bad behaviour.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

In tolerating social freedoms, the regime is granting Iranians concessions that don’t threaten the survival of the system, say analysts and activists.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 27, 2025

Part of the motivation for tolerating certain risks is to avoid delays caused by disagreements about how much work is needed to make buildings constructed with cladding safe.

From BBC • Dec. 24, 2025

At the same time, we chastise people for being unhealthy while building — or at least tolerating — a world where unhealthy options aren’t just available; they’re the default.

From Salon • Aug. 14, 2025

My moods still dip every once in a while, but there are times I’m actually happy, not just tolerating life.

From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez