forbear
/fɔrˈbɛr/
verb
- To refrain from doing something; to hold back from acting or speaking.
- She decided to forbear from criticizing her friend's mistake.
- The teacher asked the students to forbear from talking during the exam.
- He could not forbear laughing at the silly joke.
- To be patient or tolerant, especially when provoked.
- Despite the rude comment, he chose to forbear and remain calm.
- The negotiator urged both sides to forbear and seek a peaceful solution.
- Parents often have to forbear with their children's endless questions.