Forbearance Definition & Meaning
forbearance
- noun
- good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence
- a delay in enforcing rights or claims or privileges; refraining from acting; "his forbearance to reply was alarming"
"Forbearance" in song lyrics
See how forbearance is used in real songs:
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"online forbearance"
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"student loan forbearance"
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Words that rhyme with forbearance
Usage tips for "forbearance"
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