as in resists
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 withstands
Made from water-repellent, fade-resistant fabric that withstands 500–750 hours of sunlight exposure, the pillows add extra comfort while creating visual interest.
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Rachel Weber, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026
Its solid aluminum unibody safely withstands drops up to 6 feet.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 26 May 2026
Forsythia withstands some drought and tolerates clay soil if it is amended with organic matter.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 17 May 2026
Bruce withstands the fire zone long enough for the cash extraction to be completed, allowing the team to proceed with the second phase of the plan.
—Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 15 May 2026
Treating clothing with permethrin may be especially beneficial, since the substance withstands several washes.
—Lakshmi Chauhan, The Conversation, 30 Apr. 2026
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, 7 Apr. 2026
That record is so good, and Moon Safari withstands the test of time.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 28 Mar. 2026
Grayson likes to mix a cream foundation into a bottle of liquid foundation to create a thick, long-wear base that withstands a lot of sweat.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 11 Mar. 2026
Rachel Weber, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026
Its solid aluminum unibody safely withstands drops up to 6 feet.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 26 May 2026
Forsythia withstands some drought and tolerates clay soil if it is amended with organic matter.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 17 May 2026
Bruce withstands the fire zone long enough for the cash extraction to be completed, allowing the team to proceed with the second phase of the plan.
—Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 15 May 2026
Treating clothing with permethrin may be especially beneficial, since the substance withstands several washes.
—Lakshmi Chauhan, The Conversation, 30 Apr. 2026
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, 7 Apr. 2026
That record is so good, and Moon Safari withstands the test of time.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 28 Mar. 2026
Grayson likes to mix a cream foundation into a bottle of liquid foundation to create a thick, long-wear base that withstands a lot of sweat.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for withstands
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There’s also a broader cultural undercurrent shaping all of this—a down-to-earth atmosphere that resists hierarchy and self-importance.—
Alli Forde,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
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Yet Smith resists the idea that Democrats should define a future majority solely through investigations.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
8 June 2026
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The union opposes a cap for a long list of reasons, including an argument that player salaries would no longer be guaranteed.—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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Yet this week, Saban was effectively arguing for a bill that his own conference opposes.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 June 2026
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“Withstands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withstands. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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