sustain

lengthen or extend in duration or space

• “We sustained the diplomatic negociations as long as possible”
• “prolong the treatment of the patient”
• “keep up the good work”

undergo (as of injuries and illnesses)

• “She suffered a fracture in the accident”
• “He had an insulin shock after eating three candy bars”
• “She got a bruise on her leg”
• “He got his arm broken in the scuffle”

provide with nourishment

• “We sustained ourselves on bread and water”
• “This kind of food is not nourishing for young children”

supply with necessities and support

• “She alone sustained her family”
• “The money will sustain our good cause”
• “There”

be the physical support of; carry the weight of

• “The beam holds up the roof”
• “He supported me with one hand while I balanced on the beam”
• “What”

admit as valid

• “The court sustained the motion”

establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts

• “his story confirmed my doubts”
• “The evidence supports the defendant”