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to resist
01
resistir
to use force to prevent something from happening or to fight against an attack
Transitive: to resist an attack
Example
Despite being outnumbered, the soldiers managed to resist the enemy's assault.
He was charged with resisting arrest after struggling with the police officers who were trying to apprehend him.
02
resistir, soportar
to withstand or endure something, particularly a force, influence, or pressure
Transitive: to resist a force or pressure
Example
The paint can resist extreme temperatures without peeling.
The team managed to resist the pressure and won the game.
03
resistir, oponerse
to actively challenge, oppose, or work against something
Transitive: to resist an idea or change
Example
They resisted the new policy by organizing protests and petitions.
The activists resisted the construction of the new highway by organizing protests.
04
resistir, oponerse
to actively refuse to comply with or give in to something, such as a demand, order, or influence
Transitive: to resist sth
Example
The group resisted the rules imposed by the authority, challenging them at every turn.
The child resisted the bedtime routine, insisting he was n’t tired.
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