as in resisting
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 withstanding
This biological bonding process creates natural mineral compounds, transforming bulky landfill waste into high-performance insulation capable of withstanding extreme heat up to 1,000°C (1,832°F).
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
Other components, such as competitiveness, being hard on pucks and withstanding physicality, may just be a matter of on-the-job NHL training.
—Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 27 Jan. 2026
With its silvery-blue needles, the blue spruce is not only an elegant addition to many yards but also is capable of withstanding adverse conditions, including cold weather.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 20 Jan. 2026
Spider plants are easy tropical houseplants known for their toughness, withstanding periods of drought and low natural light.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 8 Jan. 2026
And there’s even a secret 46 percent discount on the trending Hunter boots, made with long-lasting cushioning and waterproof construction designed for withstanding wintery conditions in comfort.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2025
Pearsall caught six passes for 96 yards against the Titans, withstanding an early ankle sprain and playing well before the re-injuring his PCL.
—Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 20 Dec. 2025
Exposed to saltwater mist and the constant threat of grid outages, the club required a system capable of withstanding Australia's harshest coastal conditions.
—New Atlas, 7 Dec. 2025
Garment finishing technology company Tonello’s tests confirmed Xlance fiber’s superior stability and elasticity, withstanding demanding processes while maintaining comfort and performance.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 3 Dec. 2025
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
Other components, such as competitiveness, being hard on pucks and withstanding physicality, may just be a matter of on-the-job NHL training.
—Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 27 Jan. 2026
With its silvery-blue needles, the blue spruce is not only an elegant addition to many yards but also is capable of withstanding adverse conditions, including cold weather.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 20 Jan. 2026
Spider plants are easy tropical houseplants known for their toughness, withstanding periods of drought and low natural light.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 8 Jan. 2026
And there’s even a secret 46 percent discount on the trending Hunter boots, made with long-lasting cushioning and waterproof construction designed for withstanding wintery conditions in comfort.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2025
Pearsall caught six passes for 96 yards against the Titans, withstanding an early ankle sprain and playing well before the re-injuring his PCL.
—Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 20 Dec. 2025
Exposed to saltwater mist and the constant threat of grid outages, the club required a system capable of withstanding Australia's harshest coastal conditions.
—New Atlas, 7 Dec. 2025
Garment finishing technology company Tonello’s tests confirmed Xlance fiber’s superior stability and elasticity, withstanding demanding processes while maintaining comfort and performance.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 3 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for withstanding
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Pearce later crashed his vehicle and was accused of resisting arrest.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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Franco and Proni kept the circulation intuitive, resisting any intervention that might interrupt the architecture’s original flow.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
8 Feb. 2026
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But most Jews have little trouble simultaneously affirming care and concern for Israel and Israelis and opposing Israeli policies, including the extended war in Gaza, the occupation of territories captured in 1967, and the expansion of settlements.—
Rabbi Jill Jacobs,
Sun Sentinel,
10 Feb. 2026
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Trump then predicted that Mills’ political career would be over for opposing the order.—
Joey Cappelletti,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Withstanding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withstanding. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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