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sustain in Catalan

sustain in Catalan is sostenir — sustain means to keep something going or in existence over time.

sustain in Catalan

sostenir
verb
To keep from falling; to bear; to uphold; to support.

What does "sustain" mean?

  1. verb To keep something going or in existence over time.
    "The engine can't sustain that speed for long."
  2. verb To suffer or experience something harmful, especially an injury.
    "She sustained a broken wrist in the fall."
  3. verb To support or provide for someone, especially by giving food or strength.
    "A small amount of food sustained them through the journey."
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sustain in a sentence

  • The engine can't sustain that speed for long.
  • Good soil helps sustain healthy crops.
  • She sustained a broken wrist in the fall.
  • A small amount of food sustained them through the journey.

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What is "sustain" in Catalan?

"sustain" in Catalan is sostenir. sustain means: To keep something going or in existence over time.

How do you use "sustain" in a sentence?

Example: "The engine can't sustain that speed for long." In Catalan, "sustain" is sostenir.

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