puts, put, putting
to put up with
phrasal verbE
To tolerate or endure something unpleasant or annoying
- 1She had to put up with the noise from the construction site.
- 2I can't put up with his rude behavior any longer.
To put up with means to accept or deal with something that is bothersome or unpleasant without complaining. It is like handling a situation that you don't like but choosing to bear it without causing a fuss.
Remember, putting up with something doesn't mean you have to like it. It's about showing patience and resilience in difficult situations, even if you're not happy about it.
at work
Dealing with a Noisy Environment
George
I can't believe how loud it gets in here sometimes.
Donald
Yeah, it's tough, but we have to put up with it.
George
I guess you're right. It's just part of the job.
Donald
Exactly, we just focus on getting our work done.
in a jewelry store
Handling a Difficult Customer
Richard
I can't believe how rude that last customer was.
Karen
I know, but sometimes we just have to put up with it.
Richard
You're right, it's part of the job.
Karen
Exactly, let's focus on the next customer.
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Similar to "to put up with":
- 1tolerate
- 2endure
- 3bear