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
Other components, such as competitiveness, being hard on pucks and withstanding physicality, may just be a matter of on-the-job NHL training.
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Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 27 Jan. 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
The newest version collects data quickly and can also monitor the local environment while withstanding high levels of radiation.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 8 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
Garment finishing technology company Tonello’s tests confirmed Xlance fiber’s superior stability and elasticity, withstanding demanding processes while maintaining comfort and performance.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 3 Dec. 2025
Fluto Shinzawa, New York Times, 27 Jan. 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
The newest version collects data quickly and can also monitor the local environment while withstanding high levels of radiation.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 8 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
Garment finishing technology company Tonello’s tests confirmed Xlance fiber’s superior stability and elasticity, withstanding demanding processes while maintaining comfort and performance.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 3 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for withstanding
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The driver of the car, identified as 36-year-old Amber O'Neal, was taken to the hospital and then booked into the Jefferson County Jail on unrelated, outstanding warrants for third-degree assault, vehicular eluding, and resisting arrest.—
Austen Erblat,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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More effective diplomacy, as demonstrated by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and French President Emmanuel Macron at the same forum, conveys the same message about resisting bullying through measured language that preserves dignity and institutional respect.—
George Skelton,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2026
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The visuals still take some getting used to — the lonely kicker set up 30 yards behind the nearest teammate, the coverage players and opposing blockers standing frozen as the kick sails over their heads.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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The focus on Pretti’s gun both locally and nationally has drawn blowback from Democrats, gun rights advocates and some conservatives, a constellation of groups often on opposing sides of the gun debate.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Withstanding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withstanding. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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