Verbs for Going through Challenges

to face consequences as a result of one's own actions

By ignoring safety guidelines, one may incur the risk of accidents.

to compete actively or fight against others for a goal or victory

Teams from all over the country will contend for the championship title this weekend.

to put a great deal of effort to overcome difficulties or achieve a goal

He struggled to lift the heavy box onto the shelf, but with determination, he eventually succeeded.

a fight between opposing armed forces, particularly during a war

The decisive battle changed the course of the war.

to work extremely hard and persistently, often with great effort and dedication

Farmers toil in the fields to cultivate crops for a successful harvest.

the process of contractions and cervical dilation that leads to childbirth

Labor involves the uterus contracting to deliver the baby.

to take part in a violent physical action against someone

The soldiers bravely fought on the front lines during the war.

to experience and be affected by something bad or unpleasant

They suffered the consequences of their actions.

to continue a course of action, especially in the face of difficulty or with little or no prospect of success

Despite facing numerous rejections, she persevered in her writing career.

to continue a course of action with determination, even when faced with challenges or discouragement

Despite his injury, the athlete persisted in training for the marathon.

to survive a disaster or difficult situation

The children lived through the loss of their parents, their love for each other providing strength and solace in their time of grief.

to extend one's hand or an object toward someone, often to give or offer something to them

She held out her hand, offering a warm handshake to greet the visitor.

to allow the presence or actions of someone or something disliked without interference or complaint

The employees had to endure long working hours during the busy season to meet the project deadline.

to allow something one dislikes, especially certain behavior or conditions, without interference or complaint

She tolerates the inconveniences of public transportation without complaining.

to be upright on one's feet

He likes to stand on the balcony to feel the breeze.

to allow the presence of an unpleasant person, thing, or situation without complaining or giving up

She had to bear the presence of her annoying coworker throughout the project.

to tolerate something or someone unpleasant, often without complaining

Parents often put up with the messiness of young children for the joy they bring.