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to withstand
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resistere
to resist or endure the force, pressure, or challenges imposed upon oneself
Transitive: to withstand a pressure or challenge
Example
The sturdy structure of the building can withstand strong winds and earthquakes.
La struttura robusta dell'edificio può resistere a forti venti e terremoti.
The athlete trained rigorously to withstand the physical demands of the competition.
L'atleta si è allenato rigorosamente per resistere alle esigenze fisiche della competizione.
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resistere, sopportare
to resist or fight against something with strong resolve and persistence
Transitive: to withstand sth
Example
The fort was built to withstand enemy attacks for months.
Il forte fu costruito per resistere agli attacchi nemici per mesi.
The activist withstood the government's attempts to silence his protests.
L'attivista ha resistito ai tentativi del governo di mettere a tacere le sue proteste.
