as in resisting
to refuse to give in to
trying to withstand the temptation to use the beautiful weather as an excuse to take a mental health day
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Recent Examples of withstanding
Carlson also missed the excitement Friday, when the Ducks surmounted deficits of 2-1 and 5-4, scoring in the final minute before withstanding a barrage – and a four-on-three power play – in overtime to edge past the Montreal Canadiens in a shootout.
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Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 7 Mar. 2026
Such is life for a Celtics team that doesn’t have the highest ceiling (a Jayson Tatum medical miracle withstanding) but has arguably the highest floor of any team in the East.
—Law Murray, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
This biological bonding process creates natural mineral compounds, transforming bulky landfill waste into high-performance insulation capable of withstanding extreme heat up to 1,000°C (1,832°F).
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
With its silvery-blue needles, the blue spruce is not only an elegant addition to many yards but also is capable of withstanding adverse conditions, including cold weather.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 20 Jan. 2026
Spider plants are easy tropical houseplants known for their toughness, withstanding periods of drought and low natural light.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 8 Jan. 2026
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
Exposed to saltwater mist and the constant threat of grid outages, the club required a system capable of withstanding Australia's harshest coastal conditions.
—New Atlas, 7 Dec. 2025
Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 7 Mar. 2026
Such is life for a Celtics team that doesn’t have the highest ceiling (a Jayson Tatum medical miracle withstanding) but has arguably the highest floor of any team in the East.
—Law Murray, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
This biological bonding process creates natural mineral compounds, transforming bulky landfill waste into high-performance insulation capable of withstanding extreme heat up to 1,000°C (1,832°F).
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
With its silvery-blue needles, the blue spruce is not only an elegant addition to many yards but also is capable of withstanding adverse conditions, including cold weather.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 20 Jan. 2026
Spider plants are easy tropical houseplants known for their toughness, withstanding periods of drought and low natural light.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 8 Jan. 2026
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
Exposed to saltwater mist and the constant threat of grid outages, the club required a system capable of withstanding Australia's harshest coastal conditions.
—New Atlas, 7 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for withstanding
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The man pleaded no contest to felony counts of stalking and vandalism and a misdemeanor count of resisting arrest in 2019.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Mar. 2026
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The men were arrested on suspicion of assaulting a peace officer with a deadly weapon, resisting a peace officer, possession of drug paraphernalia and other charges.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Orange County leaders again heard a deluge of comments from the public, with several dozen opposing the county’s agreement with the federal government that allows the detention of immigration detainees at the jail.—
Ryan Gillespie,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 Mar. 2026
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There was no public record, however, of anyone submitting letters to the board opposing or supporting the project before Tuesday’s vote, and there was also no public comment Tuesday against the project.—
Lisa Schencker,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Withstanding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withstanding. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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