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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
Examples
Despite being outnumbered, the soldiers managed to resist the enemy's assault.
02
to withstand or endure something, particularly a force, influence, or pressure
Transitive: to resist a force or pressure
Examples
The paint can resist extreme temperatures without peeling.
03
to actively challenge, oppose, or work against something
Transitive: to resist an idea or change
Examples
They resisted the new policy by organizing protests and petitions.
04
to actively refuse to comply with or give in to something, such as a demand, order, or influence
Transitive: to resist sth
Examples
The group resisted the rules imposed by the authority, challenging them at every turn.
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