as in opposes
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 resists
The book resists tidy moral conclusions.
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Andrew Silow-Carroll, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Best of all, the Tony nominee smartly resists overplaying the joke, grounding the part enough that Brad's unraveling becomes funnier.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Through the character of Carol, the show explores complex themes of agency, free will, and individualism in a nuanced take on a dystopian invasion narrative that resists easy answers.
—Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
While society imposes rules and treats difference as a threat, David resists being shaped and stands for imagination and freedom.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
The only significant drug reference is a moment when Michael resists taking painkillers after his accident.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
The bed resists public-facing things, hence its charge as a womb to tomb motif.
—Literary Hub, 21 Apr. 2026
The legislation would create uniform statewide standards, replacing the current patchwork of local ordinances, an approach that has the backing of the Illinois Municipal League, which typically resists state efforts to preempt home rule authority.
—Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
The shape is created using injection molding, which gets you a dense, tough mat that resists cracking, warping, and wear, providing long-lasting protection for your vehicle’s interior.
—Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 15 Apr. 2026
Andrew Silow-Carroll, Sun Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026
Best of all, the Tony nominee smartly resists overplaying the joke, grounding the part enough that Brad's unraveling becomes funnier.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
Through the character of Carol, the show explores complex themes of agency, free will, and individualism in a nuanced take on a dystopian invasion narrative that resists easy answers.
—Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
While society imposes rules and treats difference as a threat, David resists being shaped and stands for imagination and freedom.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
The only significant drug reference is a moment when Michael resists taking painkillers after his accident.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
The bed resists public-facing things, hence its charge as a womb to tomb motif.
—Literary Hub, 21 Apr. 2026
The legislation would create uniform statewide standards, replacing the current patchwork of local ordinances, an approach that has the backing of the Illinois Municipal League, which typically resists state efforts to preempt home rule authority.
—Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
The shape is created using injection molding, which gets you a dense, tough mat that resists cracking, warping, and wear, providing long-lasting protection for your vehicle’s interior.
—Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resists
Verb
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According to a survey conducted by Emerson College Polling in late March, a majority of Floridians — including a majority of independents — opposes mid-decade redistricting.—
Allyson Meyers,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Apr. 2026
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Take the issue of AI data centers, which Fishback opposes in Florida due to their high cost of operation.—
Thomas C. Shank,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Scientists in China may have solved both problems with a new lithium battery electrolyte that withstands cold temperatures and could double EV range.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 Apr. 2026
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That record is so good, and Moon Safari withstands the test of time.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Mar. 2026
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