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to sustain
01
to bear the weight or provide physical support for something
Transitive: to sustain weight of something
Example
The sturdy columns sustain the weight of the roof in the ancient temple.
Proper footwear is essential to sustain the feet during long hours of standing or walking.
02
to make something last or continue over a long period without stopping or weakening
Transitive: to sustain an activity or condition
Example
The team worked hard to sustain their winning streak throughout the season.
The manager implemented strategies to sustain high productivity in the office.
03
to suffer or undergo something irritating, especially an injury, disease, etc.
Transitive: to sustain an injury or loss
Example
The athlete sustained a serious injury during the game.
She sustained a mild illness that kept her in bed for a few days.
04
to preserve or continue something over time
Transitive: to sustain sth
Example
The charity aims to sustain its services by continually raising funds.
The community garden was sustained through donations and volunteer efforts.
05
to provide the necessary nourishment or resources needed for survival or well-being
Transitive: to sustain sb
Example
The hikers carried supplies to sustain them during their journey through the wilderness.
The military base was equipped with enough supplies to sustain the soldiers for months.
06
to accept or acknowledge something as legitimate, true, or worthy of consideration
Transitive: to sustain a claim or motion
Example
The judge sustained the objection, ruling the evidence inadmissible.
The council sustained the proposal after reviewing all the facts.
07
to support an opinion, argument, theory, etc. or to prove it's credibility
Transitive: to sustain an argument or theory
Example
She presented evidence to sustain her argument during the debate.
The research findings sustain the hypothesis that exercise improves mental health.
