resist

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Resist Definition & Meaning

1. To oppose or withstand something or someone.

Example: She tried to resist the temptation to eat the entire cake.

2. To refuse to comply with or accept something.

Example: The workers decided to resist the company's proposed pay cut.

3. To prevent or hinder the progress or success of something.

Example: The strong winds resisted the efforts of the firefighters to control the wildfire.

4. To have a natural or acquired ability to withstand something.

Example: Some plants can resist drought and extreme temperatures.

5. To fight against something, often in a physical or violent way.

Example: The rebels resisted the government's attempts to suppress their movement.

Examples of the word resist used in sentences.

  • Sarah tried to resist the temptation to buy more shoes but failed.
  • I can't resist the urge to eat chocolate cake.
  • The soldiers had to resist the enemy's attack and defend their country.
  • It is important to resist peer pressure and make your own decisions.
  • She tried to resist crying, but the sad movie made her tear up.
  • He tried his best to resist the urge to argue with his boss during the meeting.
  • The athlete had to resist the pain in her legs and keep running until the finish line.
  • She couldn't resist the temptation of eating a slice of cake even though she was on a strict diet.
  • He tried to resist the urge to check his phone while watching a movie with his friends.
  • It was hard for the child to resist laughing when her friend made a funny face.
  • The athlete managed to resist his opponent's attacks and ultimately won the game.
  • Even though it was freezing outside, I couldn't resist the beautiful view and took a long walk along the snowy trail.
  • It's often hard to resist temptation, but learning self-discipline is an important skill to develop.
  • The young child couldn't resist the temptation to open the present early, despite being told to wait until Christmas morning.
  • Despite feeling exhausted, I couldn't resist the urge to get up and dance when my favorite song came on.
  • As a lawyer, I am trained to resist any emotional attachment to my clients and remain impartial throughout the legal proceedings.
  • Despite the temptation to indulge in unhealthy snacks, I am trying my best to resist and maintain a healthy diet.
  • The company's profits keep growing, but it cannot resist the pressure from its competitors who are constantly introducing new products and services.
  • The protesters could not resist the urge to express their anger and frustration over the injustice done to their community.
  • My friend's infectious laugh is so contagious that it is hard to resist joining in and feeling happier.
  • Despite the tempting offers, I always resist the urge to binge on junk food.
  • The young journalist refused to resist the censorship imposed by the authoritarian regime and continued to report the truth, even at great personal risk.
  • As an experienced teacher, she knows how to resist the disruptive behavior of students and keep the class under control.
  • He tried to resist the temptation to check his phone while driving, but eventually gave in and caused a fatal accident.
  • The company had to resist the pressure from competitors and stick to its long-term goals.
  • In times of crisis, it is important for leaders to resist the urge to panic and make hasty decisions.
  • He had always struggled to resist the temptation of alcohol, but with the help of a support group, he was finally able to overcome his addiction.
  • The new workout routine was extremely challenging, but she was determined to resist giving up.
  • Despite the tempting offer, she managed to resist indulging in her favorite dessert.
  • The persuasive speech was so compelling, but she tried her best to resist being swayed by emotions.
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