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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
The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
Fashioned from a wrinkle-resistant mix of nylon and spandex, these pants can easily be worn a few times throughout your next trip, no iron necessary.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
Disease-resistant and productive, plants fruit until killed by frost.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
The Secret Service officer who was shot once in a bullet-resistant vest fired his own weapon five times without hitting anybody.
—Michael Kunzelman, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026
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Adjective
Native or drought tolerant plants are not necessarily fire-resistant.
—The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
Fashioned from a wrinkle-resistant mix of nylon and spandex, these pants can easily be worn a few times throughout your next trip, no iron necessary.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
Disease-resistant and productive, plants fruit until killed by frost.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
The Secret Service officer who was shot once in a bullet-resistant vest fired his own weapon five times without hitting anybody.
—Michael Kunzelman, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resistant
Adjective
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The symptoms of leukemia can vary based on the type of disease, but, according to the Mayo Clinic, signs can include bone pain or tenderness, fever or chills, persistent fatigue and weakness, and easy bleeding and bruising.—
Gina Kalsi,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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Asian economies are proving resilient in the face of the energy shock sparked by the Iran war, though analysts warn of higher and persistent inflation.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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Starmer’s Cabinet colleagues expressed support, and none of the high-profile Labour politicians considered potential challengers has made a move.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 May 2026
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Like the Indiana Republicans who lost their primaries this week, Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson defied his party leaders on redistricting and drew the most competitive challenger of his career.—
Erin Cox,
Washington Post,
9 May 2026
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Two Democrats face off for the opposing party's nomination.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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According to locals, a coach for a team out of Moscow, Idaho, approached the umpire over the walk-up music being played by the opposing team's parents.—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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Jared Speight is a stubborn titan of Long Island abstraction when star writer Roxy Margaux first becomes infatuated with his bravado.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
28 Apr. 2026
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For concrete or tile, a mild cleaner helps remove the stubborn pollen film that builds up over spring months.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Apr. 2026
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Clemson resister Dabo Swinney has driven his program into the ground.—
Stewart Mandel,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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In November 1971, Berkeley, California, became the first sanctuary city in the country when 12 local churches inspired the City Council to pass a resolution offering sanctuary to draft resisters.—
Menika Dirkson,
The Conversation,
8 Apr. 2026
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But Queen Victoria and the royals were reluctant to part with it because of the gem’s value and glory.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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First, although Warsh has signaled his openness to easing borrowing costs, several Fed officials remain reluctant to ease rates.—
Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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Some are backing away from exclusionary discipline like suspensions and expulsions and have embraced schoolwide approaches that reward positive behavior and provide social skills practice through games and role-playing.—
Stacker,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Still, analysts have been ratcheting higher expectations on certain names — suggesting positive momentum is on their side.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
8 May 2026
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Few county shelters have kennels, and people sleeping outside are often hesitant to abandon their pets just to sleep in a bed for a few nights.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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Austria, a European Union member with a policy of military neutrality, was initially hesitant to take such action but has recently expelled more Russian diplomats.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 May 2026
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“Resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resistant. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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