as in opposing
to refuse to give in to
it is important to resist the temptation to run away from your problems
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Recent Examples of resisting
Paloma Chavez, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Johnson signed an executive order on Saturday resisting any potential federal deployment.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 3 Sep. 2025
Ridgell said Chapman had prior contact with law enforcement related to domestic violence and resisting arrest.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2025
Iraqi Sunnis were resisting but without great effect.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 2 Sep. 2025
Looking up the corporate ladder, executives or leaders also are worried about their own jobs, and likely resisting AI.
—Joe McKendrick, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Abelias continue to grow in popularity thanks to new compact varieties as well as their deer-resisting and butterfly-attracting skills.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2025
The suspect had been arrested once before during his probation, in May 2025, for resisting law enforcement and battery on a public safety official.
—Ryan Murphy, IndyStar, 29 Aug. 2025
Dunn was charged with one count of assaulting, resisting or impeding certain officers and employees of the United States, the criminal complaint said.
—Josh Meyer, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Nash was arrested and booked into the Gila County Jail on charges of murder, endangerment and resisting arrest, police said.
—Paloma Chavez, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Johnson signed an executive order on Saturday resisting any potential federal deployment.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 3 Sep. 2025
Ridgell said Chapman had prior contact with law enforcement related to domestic violence and resisting arrest.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2025
Iraqi Sunnis were resisting but without great effect.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 2 Sep. 2025
Looking up the corporate ladder, executives or leaders also are worried about their own jobs, and likely resisting AI.
—Joe McKendrick, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Abelias continue to grow in popularity thanks to new compact varieties as well as their deer-resisting and butterfly-attracting skills.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2025
The suspect had been arrested once before during his probation, in May 2025, for resisting law enforcement and battery on a public safety official.
—Ryan Murphy, IndyStar, 29 Aug. 2025
Dunn was charged with one count of assaulting, resisting or impeding certain officers and employees of the United States, the criminal complaint said.
—Josh Meyer, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resisting
Verb
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Their success was even more impressive considering the lack of a complementary wide receiver to prevent opposing secondaries from doubling Lamb.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Lewis’ legislation also includes several additional changes to the initiative petition process, such as a ban on foreign adversaries from contributing to or opposing ballot measures.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The chairs come with plush cushions and have ergonomic backs and high armrests for extra comfort, and the table is made from mold- and mildew-resistant acacia wood.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
2 Sep. 2025
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Their orange, yellow, pink, or red flowers attract birds and insect pollinators but are resistant to deer.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Each Raptor engine must fire in perfect synchronization, maintaining stability during launch while withstanding extreme forces and vibrations.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Part of the problem is that many vulnerable communities lack access to vital financial services, that could otherwise be a lifeline for withstanding shocks and accessing economic opportunities in the wake of climate events.—
Felicia Jackson,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Research on beta blockers shows conflicting results Two major studies disagreed over the impacts of beta blockers for heart attack patients.—
Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The two survivors’ accounts don’t match up, suggesting a longer version would unfold like Kurosawa’s Roshomon, from multiple, conflicting points of view.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The emotional ballast of the film — Davidson’s bond with Dottie Achenbach (a wonderful Maxine Peake), the mother of one his childhood friends, who is also fighting her own health battles — also suffers from moments of incoherence, but the immense power of that bond goes a long way.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
7 Sep. 2025
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And while Johnson’s team is still fighting to climb NASCAR’s competitive ladder, results are starting to follow.—
Greg Engle,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Men’s singles champion Jannik Sinner of Italy and women’s singles champion Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus return to defend their titles, along with American tennis stars Coco Gauff, Ben Shelton, Frances Tiafoe, Taylor Fritz, Madison Keys and more competing.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
25 Aug. 2025
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Leaders often underestimate how competing directives erode productivity, burn out top performers, and leave high-value projects under-resourced.—
Brent Gleeson,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The trio – who had never appeared together in public before – formed the defiant face of an emerging bloc of illiberal leaders determined to push back against Western rules and tilt the global balance of power in their favor.—
Nectar Gan,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
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While Massie remains defiant, the episode highlights how Trump’s threats alone can destabilize even entrenched incumbents.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
1 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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With Iranian power and influence waning, and with the challenges of an ascendant China and a recalcitrant Russia necessarily dominating the American national security agenda, indifference may appear to be the most appealing option for Washington.—
Suzanne Maloney,
Foreign Affairs,
6 Aug. 2025
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In that case, the Saudis would bring greater pressure to be on their recalcitrant partners.—
Michael Lynch,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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“Resisting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resisting. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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