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Meaning of Resist
According to Oxford Dictionary, "resist" means to withstand or oppose something, especially a feeling, temptation, or external force
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "resist" as to exert force in opposition, to withstand the force or effect of, or to refrain from doing something
Example Uses
- She tried to resist the temptation of buying another pair of shoes, but eventually gave in
- The protesters resisted the police attempts to disperse them, standing firm in their demands for change
- The material is designed to resist water and withstand extreme temperatures