English language
Toggle Transcript
withstand::verb | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | hold out, resist, stand firm |
| Type of | fight down, fight back, oppose, fight, defend |
| Has types | outbrave, remain firm, stand, defy, stand out, hold off, stand up, hold up, hold |
| Derivation | withstander |
Examples of withstand
withstand
My belief is that taxpayers can withstand a 50-50 split with the tax collectors.
From the forbes.com
Ceramic composites can also withstand hotter temperatures than metal alloys can.
From the economist.com
In the same way, he says, we must assess our cities'ability to withstand crises.
From the smh.com.au
Plants grown more slowly tend to be tougher and better able to withstand attack.
From the getreading.co.uk
The trees prefer moist and rich well-drained soil and can withstand partial sun.
From the dispatch.com
However, none of these potential suitors can withstand her unsightly appearance.
From the fresnobee.com
Truly, no force, certainly no political force, can withstand the power of truth.
From the infowars.com
Is the Heat so good that it could withstand such a series of unfortunate events?
From the sacbee.com
Christchurch was hit by seismic waves that no building is designed to withstand.
From the nzherald.co.nz
- Defy: resist or confront with resistance; "The politician defied public opinion"; "The new material withstands even the greatest wear and tear"; "The bridge held"
- Resist: stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something
- To resist or endure (something) successfully; To oppose (something) forcefully
- Forstandan; ongeanstandan
