sustain
/ˈsʌstɛn/Definitions
1. verb
to support or maintain something physically or financially; to keep something going or in existence
“The charity will sustain the homeless shelter with donations and volunteers.”
2. verb
to continue or keep doing something
“She sustained her efforts to become a professional dancer.”
3. verb
to endure or bear something
“The team sustained injuries and lost the game.”
4. noun
a source of income or support
“Her savings will be her main source of sustain.”
5. noun
the quality of being maintained or supported
“The restaurant’s success is due to its high sustain.”
6. noun
the act of continuing or keeping something going
“The government’s efforts to sustain economic growth are ongoing.”