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"We sustained the diplomatic negotiations as long as possible"verblengthen or extend in duration or space
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verbundergo (as of injuries and illnesses)type of:
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verbbe the physical support of; carry the weight of
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"We sustained ourselves on bread and water"verbprovide with nourishment
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"She alone sustained her family" "The money will sustain our good cause"verbsupply with necessities and support
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verbestablish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
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"The court sustained the motion"verbadmit as validtype of:
Definition that contains sustain
- supported sustained or maintained by aid (as distinct from physical support)
- mental anguish sustained dull painful emotion