Chiefly followed by by or with: to preoccupy (someone) in an emotional or mental way, so as to preclude other things.
To cause (someone) to have a previous inclination against, for, or to something; to bias or prejudice; specifically, to induce in (someone) a favourable opinion beforehand, or at the outset.
To bear, withstand.
To allow or permit without explicit approval, usually if it is perceived as negative.