as in resistant
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
as in opposing
to refuse to give in to
it is important to resist the temptation to run away from your problems
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of resisting
Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Of the many types of basil, the classic Italian 'Treviso' variety stands out for resisting bitterness, staying tender longer, and being slow to flower even as summer heats up.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2026
The man was booked at the Ada County Jail and has listed as charges six counts of felony battery on law enforcement, three counts of felony assault on law enforcement and one count of misdemeanor resisting or obstructing officers.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 7 Jan. 2026
Michael Alan Harris, 42, of Detroit, was arraigned Tuesday in 36th District Court of Detroit on charges of first-degree murder, felony firearm and resisting and obstructing a police officer, Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy said.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
The debate over One Boca is not about resisting change, but about ensuring that progress is fiscally sound, transparent and aligned with the long-term interests of residents rather than driven by glossy renderings or speculative promises.
—Michelle Grau, Sun Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
Hairston was charged with resisting an officer with violence, attempting to disarm a law enforcement officer, kidnapping and child abuse, officials said.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Martinez and Ruiz were present in court Wednesday and both have entered not guilty pleas to a federal charge of assaulting, resisting or impeding federal officers.
—Omar Jimenez, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
According to court documents, the grand jury accused Childers, while acting as sheriff, of using unreasonable and excessive force on several people who were not resisting an arrest or posing a threat, injuring them.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 5 Nov. 2025
Verb
According to the department, Sutton currently faces three counts of resisting an officer, two counts of public intimidation, two counts of battery of a police officer, one count of disturbing the peace and one count of criminal trespassing.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Of the many types of basil, the classic Italian 'Treviso' variety stands out for resisting bitterness, staying tender longer, and being slow to flower even as summer heats up.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2026
The man was booked at the Ada County Jail and has listed as charges six counts of felony battery on law enforcement, three counts of felony assault on law enforcement and one count of misdemeanor resisting or obstructing officers.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 7 Jan. 2026
Michael Alan Harris, 42, of Detroit, was arraigned Tuesday in 36th District Court of Detroit on charges of first-degree murder, felony firearm and resisting and obstructing a police officer, Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy said.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2026
The debate over One Boca is not about resisting change, but about ensuring that progress is fiscally sound, transparent and aligned with the long-term interests of residents rather than driven by glossy renderings or speculative promises.
—Michelle Grau, Sun Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
Hairston was charged with resisting an officer with violence, attempting to disarm a law enforcement officer, kidnapping and child abuse, officials said.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Martinez and Ruiz were present in court Wednesday and both have entered not guilty pleas to a federal charge of assaulting, resisting or impeding federal officers.
—Omar Jimenez, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
According to court documents, the grand jury accused Childers, while acting as sheriff, of using unreasonable and excessive force on several people who were not resisting an arrest or posing a threat, injuring them.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resisting
Adjective
-
They’re made from heat-resistant cotton to protect your hands from burns with a textured silicone material on the inside that provides extra grip.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
-
Structure information summary Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are highly resistant to earthquake shaking, though some vulnerable structures exist.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
The New York City Police Department maintained a safety perimeter around the protest to ensure no chaos sparked between the opposing protesters.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
-
The footage released by CCTV depicted two opposing forces in the exercise.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
There are conflicting accounts about her presence.—
Dana Kelley,
Arkansas Online,
9 Jan. 2026
-
But eyewitnesses and circulating video paint a conflicting picture, intensifying national scrutiny of ICE's tactics and raising comparisons to the 2020 killing of George Floyd, which occurred less than a mile from where Good was shot.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
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
Adjective
-
Pope Leo’s emphasis on respect and dialogue suggests a desire to move beyond polarization, but competing interpretations of both doctrine and pastoral practice continue to divide American Catholics.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
-
Even making a slightly lower offer may be more viable when sellers know there are fewer competing bids.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
Barton gave the jury the impression of a man prepared to go into daily combat on numerous fronts, constantly fighting one battle after another, in service of his principles.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
-
The Justice Department under him was not really interested in fighting crime.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
-
Vice President Delcy Rodriguez initially was angry and defiant.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
-
Venezuela’s interim leader, Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, has alternated between taking a conciliatory approach towards Washington and striking a defiant tone.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
5 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
Adams had carefully shepherded it through an often-recalcitrant City Council and through the gauntlet of demands coming from both the real estate lobby and pro-housing advocates.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
1 Jan. 2026
-
Putin has been recalcitrant about accepting previous Trump plans to end the war.—
Benjamin Weinthal,
FOXNews.com,
27 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Resisting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resisting. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share