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to resist
01
to use force to prevent something from happening or to fight against an attack
Transitive: to resist an attack
Example
The dog managed to resist being pinned down by the larger animal, showing its strength and determination in the struggle.
Despite being outnumbered, the soldiers managed to resist the enemy 's assault.
Despite facing overwhelming odds, the army continued to resist the enemy 's advance, refusing to surrender their position.
02
to withstand or endure something, particularly a force, influence, or pressure
Transitive: to resist a force or pressure
03
to actively challenge, oppose, or work against something
Transitive: to resist an idea or change
04
to actively refuse to comply with or give in to something, such as a demand, order, or influence
Transitive: to resist sth
Example
The dog managed to resist being pinned down by the larger animal, showing its strength and determination in the struggle.
Despite being outnumbered, the soldiers managed to resist the enemy's assault.
Despite facing overwhelming odds, the army continued to resist the enemy's advance, refusing to surrender their position.
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