more than one can bear
(redirected from more than one can stand)more than (one) can bear
More unpleasant, painful, or offensive to the senses than one is able to tolerate. Sometimes used humorously or ironically. I'm sorry, but the stress of this job is more than I bear. The ugliness of politics are more unpleasant than most people can bear. These reality TV shows are more awkward and embarrassing than my girlfriend can bear.
more than one can bear
and more than one can take; more than one can standmore of something, such as trouble or something bad, than a person can endure. This tragic news is more than I can bear! I've heard enough of this horrid music. It's more than I can stand.