Bear up
/beər ʌp/B2
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1. To remain strong or optimistic in challenging circumstances.
- Despite the bad news, she managed to bear up and face the day.
- The team is bearing up well despite their recent losses.
2. To stay cheerful in the face of adversity.
- He bore up well under the pressure of the interview.
- Even after the disappointment, she bore up and continued smiling.
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