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Forebare

Definition:

Forebare can be used as a verb or an adjective and refers to the act of refraining from or avoiding something or someone.

Senses:

As a verb:

1. To forebear from doing something; to refrain or abstain from an action.

2. To forbear with someone; to endure or show patience towards someone.

As an adjective:

1. Describing someone or something that is patient, tolerant, or shows self-restraint.

2. Describing a situation or circumstance where one is exercising restraint or avoiding something.

Examples:

As a verb:

1. I will forebare from eating dessert to maintain a healthy diet.

2. Despite the provocation, he chose to forebare with his annoying colleague.

As an adjective:

1. The forebare teacher calmly handled the disruptive students.

2. The forebare atmosphere at the funeral was filled with solemn silence.

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