bear up
[verb]
Synonyms: support, bolster, brace, buttress, carry, prop, shore (up), sustain, upbear, uphold

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bear up phrasal verb (see also bear)
to show courage or determination during a difficult or unpleasant time:
How is he bearing up since the accident?

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bear up
to be brave.
I wonder where she finds the strength to bear up under so much unfair criticism.

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bear up
v.
1. To hold up; carry; support; encourage.
The old bridge can hardly bear up its own weight any more.
He was borne up by love of country.
2. To keep up one's courage or strength; last.
■ Often used with "under".
This boat will bear up under hurricane winds.
She bore up well at the funeral.
Synonym: STAND UP.
Compare: CARRY ON.

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