en
dure
Third Person
endures
Present Participle
enduring
Past Tense
endured
Past Participle
endured
1
to allow the presence or actions of someone or something disliked without interference or complaint
transitive
- The employees had to endure long working hours during the busy season to meet the project deadline.
- Despite the constant criticism, she endured the negativity and stayed focused on her goals.
- He endured the pain of physical therapy in order to regain mobility after the injury.
- Patients enduring medical treatments demonstrate strength and resilience.
- Despite their differences, colleagues must endure each other's working styles for the sake of the team.
2
to persist in living despite facing significant threats or dangers
- The injured hiker managed to endure the harsh winter conditions until rescue arrived.
- Despite severe malnutrition, the refugee children endured long enough to receive aid.
- The stranded sailors endured the stormy seas for days before being rescued.
- Survivors of the earthquake endured multiple aftershocks while waiting for help.
3
to persist through difficult or painful experiences
transitive
- The pioneers endured many hardships as they settled new lands.
- He endured the long, harsh winters with determination and hope.
- They endured the tough economic times by staying resourceful and resilient.
- The old castle has endured centuries of wear and remains standing strong.
4
to remain in existence or functional over a long period of time
- Despite being exposed to harsh weather conditions, the sturdy outdoor furniture endured and remained usable for many years.
- The tools may endure for years if properly maintained.
- The old leather boots endured through many seasons of wear.
- Despite regular use, the phone's battery continues to endure through long days.
5
to persist over time
- The ancient pyramids have endured for thousands of years, standing as a testament to human engineering.
- Despite technological advancements, the classic design of the wristwatch has endured as a symbol of elegance.
- The legend of King Arthur has endured throughout history, captivating generations with its tales of chivalry.
- Though many political systems have come and gone, democracy has endured as a powerful form of government.
- The tradition of lighting lanterns during the festival has endured through centuries of cultural change.