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cross to bear

idiom

A problem, or unpleasant or painful situation or person that one has to accept and deal with, although one finds it very difficult, or it causes trouble or worry over a long period of time.


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  1. 01

    average bear

    The norm; an average person; Used in comparisons

  2. 02

    bear a hand

    To make haste; to help quickly.

  3. 03

    bear away the bell

    To be superior in something.

  4. 04

    bear fruit

    To produce good results; to yield benefits; to succeed.

  5. 05

    bear in mind

    To hold (something) in the memory; to remember; also, to be mindful of or pay attention to (something); to consider; to note.

  6. 06

    bear oneself

    To behave and conduct oneself in a particular manner.

  7. 07

    bear the brunt

    To endure the worst part of something.

  8. 08

    bear up

    To endure hardship cheerfully or without complaining.

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