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Bear up

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Emotional ResiliencePlay
Use 'bear up' to highlight someone's emotional strength during hard times. SlideShe's bearing up despite the loss in her family.
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Neutral TonePlay
'Bear up' is neither formal nor informal, making it versatile for many situations. SlideDuring the interview, he managed to bear up under tough questions.
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Positive ConnotationPlay
It implies a positive judgment about someone's coping abilities. SlideDespite being sick, she bore up well during the presentation.