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uncomplaining

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un·com·plain·ing  (nkm-plnng)
adj.
Showing patience and tolerance; not complaining.
uncom·plaining·ly adv.
uncomplaining
Adjective
doing or tolerating something unpleasant or difficult without complaint: uncomplaining devotion
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Adj.1.uncomplaininguncomplaining - not complaining; "uncomplaining courage"
patient - enduring trying circumstances with even temper or characterized by such endurance; "a patient smile"; "was patient with the children"; "an exact and patient scientist"; "please be patient"
complaining, complaintive - expressing pain or dissatisfaction of resentment; "a complaining boss"
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Now her gentle, courteous words and her uncomplaining ways touched King Frost, and he had pity on her, and he wrapped her up in furs, and covered her with blankets, and he fetched a great box, in which were beautiful jewels and a rich robe embroidered in gold and silver.
The Yellow Fairy Book by Lang, Andrew View in context
He wished for nothing and hoped for nothing, and deep in his heart experienced a gloomy and stern satisfaction in an uncomplaining endurance of his position.
War and Peace by Tolstoy, Leo View in context
Dear, bequeath me that great patience Which has power to sustain A cheerful, uncomplaining spirit In its prison-house of pain.
Little Women by Alcott, Louisa May View in context
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