bear up
verb- To sail close to the wind.
- To endure hardship cheerfully or without complaining.
- To support; to keep from falling or sinking.
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“‘Well, as after my death the command devolves on you as mate, assume the command, and bear up for the Island of Elba, disembark at Porto-Ferrajo, ask for the grand-marshal, give him this letter—perhaps they will give you another letter, and charge you with a commission.
But I’m glad it’s not rainy today because it’s easier to be cheerful and bear up under affliction on a sunshiny day.
I feel that I have a good deal to bear up under.
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