as in to resist
to refuse to give in to
trying to withstand the temptation to use the beautiful weather as an excuse to take a mental health day
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Recent Examples of withstand
Best of all, they’re made of a water-resistant and windproof fabric designed to withstand the elements.
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Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
The new glue has impressive properties, including its ability to withstand significant forces before failing.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 13 Sep. 2025
Other great gardening and outdoor deals include this two-pack of hummingbird feeders, this 91-inch bird feeding station with four feeders, and the Unicook Pizza Stone that goes right on top of your outdoor grill and can withstand up to 1,450 degrees Fahrenheit.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Sep. 2025
Yet the most significant revelation of the Bolsonaro trial has been that Brazil’s democratic institutions—especially its judiciary—are functioning, independent, and strong enough to withstand domestic and international pressure.
—Adriana Carranca, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
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Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
The new glue has impressive properties, including its ability to withstand significant forces before failing.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 13 Sep. 2025
Other great gardening and outdoor deals include this two-pack of hummingbird feeders, this 91-inch bird feeding station with four feeders, and the Unicook Pizza Stone that goes right on top of your outdoor grill and can withstand up to 1,450 degrees Fahrenheit.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Sep. 2025
Yet the most significant revelation of the Bolsonaro trial has been that Brazil’s democratic institutions—especially its judiciary—are functioning, independent, and strong enough to withstand domestic and international pressure.
—Adriana Carranca, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for withstand
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Sky resisted, which has upset Asuka.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Sep. 2025
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The rug is suitable for high-traffic areas and is designed with durability in mind, with low-pile fabric that doesn’t shed and resists stains.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
20 Sep. 2025
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Republicans, who say school security and improving mental health services are the best way to avoid future tragedies, have firmly opposed any new gun control measures.—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
20 Sep. 2025
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Some residents criticized Touchstone, Vice Mayor Joy Smith and Eveillard, who formed a three-person majority on the five-seat board, for supporting a $30,000 raise for themselves while opposing an up-to 5% raise for city staff based on cost of living and merit.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
20 Sep. 2025
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“Withstand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withstand. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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