sustain
/səˈsteɪn/
verb
- To keep something going or make it last over time.
- The charity relies on donations to sustain its programs for the homeless.
- The team needs to sustain its winning streak to reach the playoffs.
- A healthy diet helps sustain your energy levels throughout the day.
- To support or hold up something physically or emotionally.
- The bridge was built to sustain heavy traffic for decades.
- Her faith helped sustain her through the difficult times.
- The pillars are strong enough to sustain the weight of the entire roof.
- To experience or suffer something, especially injury or loss.
- The driver sustained minor injuries in the car accident.
- He sustained a broken arm while playing soccer.
- The company sustained significant financial losses last quarter.
- To confirm or uphold a decision, argument, or claim.
- The committee voted to sustain the original ruling.
- The judge sustained the objection from the defense lawyer.
- The evidence presented in court sustained the prosecutor's case.