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Today's Expressions

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to put up with something/someone

to tolerate · to endure something unpleasant

What's the situation?

Ever feel like you're dealing with something you really don't like, but you have no choice but to accept it? Like your neighbor's ridiculously loud karaoke sessions? 🎶 This phrase is perfect for expressing that feeling of enduring something annoying or difficult! 😤

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to wear thin

to lose patience or effectiveness · to become exhausted or depleted

What's the situation?

Imagine you've been explaining the same thing to someone for the fifth time, or dealing with a tricky situation that just won't resolve. 😤 That feeling when your patience (or even your enthusiasm!) starts to run out? That's when things are *wearing thin*. It perfectly captures the moment you're nearing your emotional limit! ⏳

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to lose patience

to become annoyed or frustrated due to a delay or difficulty · to run out of tolerance

What's the situation?

Ever been stuck in a super long line, or waiting for a friend who's *always* late? 😩 That feeling when you just can't take it anymore, and your calm demeanor starts to crack? That's when you're about to **lose patience**! It's perfectly normal to feel this way sometimes, but try to keep your cool!

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to stomach something

to tolerate · to accept · to be able to deal with something unpleasant

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect for when you encounter something that's just too much to handle, emotionally or mentally. 🤯 It’s like your brain and your stomach are both saying, "No, thanks, can't process this!" You often use it when something feels unfair, shocking, or deeply unpleasant.