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forbear

verb

/fɔːˈbɛər/

Meaning

To refrain from doing something; to show patience or self-control.

She forbore from commenting on his mistake.

forbear to do something

refrain, abstain, withhold, restrain, endure

indulge, act

forbear from, forbear doing, forbear to

To keep something in good condition; to preserve or continue.

To say that someone has done something wrong or illegal.

to squeeze and twist something to force liquid out; to extract with effort

Falling or dropping suddenly and steeply; decreasing rapidly

To perform official duties, especially in a ceremony or as a referee.

to attract and hold the interest of; to charm or fascinate