tolerance

noun

ˈtä-lə-rən(t)s How to pronounce tolerance (audio)
Definition of tolerancenext
as in patience
the capacity to endure what is difficult or disagreeable without complaining showed great tolerance in dealing with the child's tantrums

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Recent Examples of tolerance Explain how the agent takes in tasks and context and how the output is measured against definable tolerances (targets, conformances and limits). — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 In particular, because the blood group B antigen closely resembles alpha-gal, individuals with type B blood appear to have a lower risk of developing AGS, possibly owing to partial immune tolerance. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 5 Aug. 2026 However, not all silicone products have the same tolerance for heat. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026 Hydrangeas Hydrangeas are beloved in old-fashioned gardens for their oversized blooms, low-maintenance nature, and shade tolerance, adding structure and color where little else thrives. — The Spruce, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tolerance
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patience
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  • Without any attacking additions and injuries to Simons and Odobert, and with no public timeline for Dejan Kulusevski’s return — though the club are keen to preach patience having not played for over 400 days — options are slim in attack.
    — Elias Burke, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Nesta also asked for patience during this period from those who’ve submitted applications for vacant positions.
    — Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of patience

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“Tolerance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tolerance. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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