'sustain' in a sentence
Learn how to use 'sustain' with 6 example sentences.
- sustain verb
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: lengthen or extend in duration or space
: undergo (as of injuries and illnesses)
: provide with nourishment
: supply with necessities and support
: be the physical support of; carry the weight of
: admit as valid
: establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
The F1 champion Michael Schumacher sustained a serious head injury.
We sustained some minor damage.
The driver sustained multiple injuries.
Many buildings sustained substantial damage.
The judge sustained the objection.
Such drastic economic growth cannot be sustained.