The storm clouds were bearing down on the coast, forcing residents to seek shelter.

The old stories warned children about bug-bears hiding in the woods.

The new data, bearing out our initial hypothesis, convinced the team to proceed to the next phase.

Even after the long trial, she bears up with a quiet determination.

The old mechanic grinned and told the apprentice to go fetch a muffler bearing, a classic test to see who really knows anything about cars.

The new data bears out our initial hypothesis.

The she-bears guarded their cubs carefully as hikers passed by the clearing.

In spring the forest floor was carpeted with bear garlic, filling the air with a mild onion scent.

Even after forgiving him, she continues to bear the scars of that betrayal in quiet, private moments.

The honey bear climbed the fig tree to reach the ripe fruit.