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as in resisting
opposed to something or refusing to agree or obey
The toddler was resistant to trying vegetables. His parents were set in their ways and resistant to the changes brought about by technology.
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as in persistent
having or showing determination to do or continue something
The resistant athletes did not give up even when they were losing the game. He was quite resistant, able to bounce back after even large setbacks in his career.
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Recent Examples of resistant
Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 6 Jan. 2026
The project includes three new ski hills, a bunny hill, a new lodge, and weather-resistant snow-making equipment.
—Kate Kealey, Des Moines Register, 6 Jan. 2026
Best of all, the vegan-leather hardcover is spill-resistant, keeping your notes safe.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2026
Enter the Vuori Villa Trouser, a day-to-night travel wardrobe staple that’s wrinkle-resistant, effortlessly chic, and extremely comfortable, thanks to its relaxed fit and four-way stretch material.
—Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Leven has been more resistant to another common industry headwind — Denver’s rising minimum wage, Lygizos said.
—Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 6 Jan. 2026
The project includes three new ski hills, a bunny hill, a new lodge, and weather-resistant snow-making equipment.
—Kate Kealey, Des Moines Register, 6 Jan. 2026
Best of all, the vegan-leather hardcover is spill-resistant, keeping your notes safe.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2026
Enter the Vuori Villa Trouser, a day-to-night travel wardrobe staple that’s wrinkle-resistant, effortlessly chic, and extremely comfortable, thanks to its relaxed fit and four-way stretch material.
—Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resistant
Adjective
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One of the most persistent misconceptions Kapur wants to dismantle is the fear that AI will do our thinking for us.—
Rodger Dean Duncan,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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But the reaction is just as vast, and even more persistent, Angela was proud to tell me about Moon Palace’s place as a node in a larger community network.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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As Official Asset Management Partner, Nuveen’s branding will be displayed above the steering wheel and on the inner rear wing of Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon’s FW48—Williams’ challenger for the all-new F1 regulations in 2026.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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That’s when Hughes stops abruptly, spins away from the challenger while still solidly in possession of the puck and heads back toward the blue line to find either open ice or a teammate who is in position to shoot.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Meanwhile, on the opposing sideline, Broncos coach Sean Payton came under fire for a fourth-down call that ended up backfiring.—
Chad Graff,
New York Times,
26 Jan. 2026
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According to the complaint, the person is charged with one count of resisting, opposing, impeding, intimidating or interfering with a federal law enforcement officer.—
Nick Lentz,
CBS News,
26 Jan. 2026
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Experts warn that the stubborn metric has long-term implications for learning.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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Wait 10 minutes before washing for milder stains or up to a week for more severe or stubborn stains.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2026
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Sherrill focused many of her critiques on ICE and Trump’s immigration policies, positioning the state as a major resister of Trump’s deportation plans.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Jan. 2026
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There’s also no strategic plan or national campaign in place that assures nonviolent resisters that their involvement is part of a grand strategy.—
Michael Shank,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The challenge for prosecutors Prosecutors generally face an uphill battle when charging police officers, as juries tend to be reluctant to second-guess officers acting in the heat of the moment, the legal experts said.—
Elise Hammond,
CNN Money,
24 Jan. 2026
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Current homeowners are reluctant to sell because their existing mortgage rate is much lower than current rates.—
Chris Gunster,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Plus, nearly all expect AI agents to deliver positive ROI by 2026.—
Mark Minevich,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The region’s population grew by 244,000 in that period, marking four consecutive years of growth, and, notably, the Midwest posted positive net migration from other states for the first time this decade.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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Big pharmaceutical companies and major venture capitalists are interested in novel approaches but hesitant.—
Ana Castelain,
Bloomberg,
28 Jan. 2026
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Perhaps reflecting the stakes, GOP staff and campaign aides were hesitant Monday to talk about the issue at all.—
Bill Barrow,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resistant. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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