1. to keep something going or continuing over time
2. to provide support or nourishment for something
3. to experience or suffer something, especially damage or injury

Examples

• The economy sustains steady growth despite challenges.
• This diet sustains her energy throughout the day.
• The forest sustains a diverse ecosystem of wildlife.
• He sustains serious injuries in the accident.
• The evidence sustains the plaintiff’s claims.
• Solar power sustains the remote research station.
• The patient sustains multiple fractures from the fall.