1. plural of forbear; people who refrain from doing something, especially from taking action or expressing anger
Usage: Often used in formal or literary contexts
2. plural of forbear (variant spelling of forebear); ancestors or forebears
Usage: archaic or rare usage; 'forebear' is the standard spelling for ancestors

Examples

• The forbearers of violence in the conflict showed remarkable restraint.
• History remembers the forbearers who chose diplomacy over war.
• Despite the provocation, the forbearers refused to escalate the situation.
• The forbearers in the group advocated for a peaceful resolution.
• Their forbearers from retaliation earned them respect from both sides.