Wordiyosustain
🇬🇧 UK/sə'stein/🇺🇸 US/sә'stein/
NGSL 3kIELTSTOEFLGREB2
Definitions
v.
To keep something going over time; to provide what is needed to maintain life or strength; to endure or suffer
维持；支撑；承受；忍受
n.
A mechanism (e.g. a piano pedal) that holds a musical note
延音装置（如钢琴踏板）
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.sustain growth维持增长
- 2.sustain injuries遭受伤害
- 3.sustain life维持生命
- 4.sustain momentum保持势头
Example Sentences
- 1.
The ecosystem cannot sustain further pollution.
- 2.
A balanced diet and regular exercise are essential to sustain good health.
- 3.
The company struggled to sustain its rapid growth in a competitive market.
- 4.
She sustained serious injuries in the car accident and was rushed to hospital.