Bear up

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Emotional Resilience

Use 'bear up' to highlight someone's emotional strength during hard times.

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She's bearing up despite the loss in her family.

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Neutral Tone

'Bear up' is neither formal nor informal, making it versatile for many situations.

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During the interview, he managed to bear up under tough questions.

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Positive Connotation

It implies a positive judgment about someone's coping abilities.

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Despite being sick, she bore up well during the presentation.

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