Hiligaynon
To be firm, robust, strong, brave, valiant; to use or apply force, insist on. (see kúsug).
Hiligaynon
Freq. of kusúg. To make great efforts, exert oneself, strive, apply force, show strength; to grow stiff. Nagapangusúg siá sa paghíwat sang amó nga kasadyáhan. He is making great efforts in preparation for that solemnity, festivity, rejoicing. (see palangusúg).