try somebody's patience
test somebody's patience

They spent most of the past six months testing their fans' patience and sanity.

The Knicks then took the court and immediately began to test their patience.

Now, the company is working on two other long-term projects, which may also test its patience.

In the beginning the rhythm he taught tested their patience.

"Well, I'm glad to provide you all with an opportunity to test your patience."

Meanwhile, she would have to make adjustments, and test her patience.

Instead, the 300-mile subway trip takes 11 minutes, which is still enough time to test Michael's patience.

Sometimes, she felt, he liked to be deliberate just to test her patience.

I know it is very late and we are testing your patience.

If there was ever a season to test his patience, this would be it.