Sustain
/səˈsteɪn/
Definitions
- (v.) To support, uphold, or maintain validity or legality of a claim, decision, or argument.
The court sustained the objection, preventing the evidence from being admitted.
- (v.) To suffer or endure, especially damage or loss.
The company sustained significant losses during the lawsuit.
Forms
- sustains
- sustained
- sustaining
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Commentary
In legal context, 'sustain' commonly refers to a judge agreeing with an objection or claim, affirming its validity during proceedings.
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