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 family—an ambivalent institution bar none—shapes us, and yet our individuality resists that shaping.
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Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2025
The extruder gears and rods are made from hardened steel, which resists wear.
—PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Verna insists the souls of the dead live within the alien ship, but Mitsuki resists the lure.
—Jp Mangalindan, Time, 24 Oct. 2025
Her lens resists finality; every image feels open-ended, as if the story could turn in any direction.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 23 Oct. 2025
In that sense, Kurtis David Harder’s film is not breaking new ground, but the character of CW ultimately resists such straightforward analysis.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2025
Instead of depending on ordinary thermal states, the researchers used a non-thermal TL liquid—a special one-dimensional electron system that resists thermalization.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 12 Oct. 2025
The long-wearing formula sets to a semi-matte finish that resists oil and humidity, too.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 9 Oct. 2025
To be Outlastian is to build something that resists erosion.
—Big Think, 9 Oct. 2025
Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2025
The extruder gears and rods are made from hardened steel, which resists wear.
—PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Verna insists the souls of the dead live within the alien ship, but Mitsuki resists the lure.
—Jp Mangalindan, Time, 24 Oct. 2025
Her lens resists finality; every image feels open-ended, as if the story could turn in any direction.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 23 Oct. 2025
In that sense, Kurtis David Harder’s film is not breaking new ground, but the character of CW ultimately resists such straightforward analysis.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2025
Instead of depending on ordinary thermal states, the researchers used a non-thermal TL liquid—a special one-dimensional electron system that resists thermalization.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 12 Oct. 2025
The long-wearing formula sets to a semi-matte finish that resists oil and humidity, too.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 9 Oct. 2025
To be Outlastian is to build something that resists erosion.
—Big Think, 9 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resists
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Another Israeli source told CNN that any response would be coordinated with the United States, adding that Israel was also considering restricting the flow of humanitarian aid, but Washington opposes such a step.—
Oren Liebermann,
CNN Money,
28 Oct. 2025
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The Bear League opposes killing Hope, and offered to pay to relocate the mother bear and cub, Bounce, Fleishman said.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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There’s something about a color refresh that can completely change the way your wardrobe feels—but not every shade withstands the test of time.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Oct. 2025
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This outdoor glider is made with water-resistant, quick-drying, UV-resistant material that withstands weather conditions all year round.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Resists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resists. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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