as in resisted
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 withstood
Maryland is one of two states that withstood demands from the national parties to redistrict.
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Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 25 Apr. 2026
While child stars come and go, washed out at 15 and forgotten at 20, Michael has withstood intense exposure for eight years—a remarkable feat for any performer.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 23 Apr. 2026
Though the world’s largest energy importer has largely withstood the worst of the global supply crunch sparked by the Iran war, the conflict has nonetheless exposed some vulnerabilities, leading Beijing to look at cheap domestic coal as an alternative to replace natural gas imports.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Thiago’s goal was the latest cruel setback for a side that had conceded a penalty after three minutes and narrowly withstood an aerial bombardment early in the second half.
—Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2026
Fortunately, La Concha withstood both and was ready to welcome guests when travel rebounded after World War II.
—Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
This classic name has withstood the test of time (from Winnie the Pooh to Hocus Pocus, too).
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 6 Apr. 2026
Memento has withstood the test of time, thanks to memorable performances, intricately layered storytelling, and what the film ultimately reveals about our all-too-human willingness to deceive ourselves in order to escape unpleasant truths.
—ArsTechnica, 6 Apr. 2026
Lauren Betts had 16 points and made a huge block late, and UCLA withstood a late charge by Texas on Friday night for a 51-44 win to reach the women's NCAA Tournament national championship game for the first time.
—CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 25 Apr. 2026
While child stars come and go, washed out at 15 and forgotten at 20, Michael has withstood intense exposure for eight years—a remarkable feat for any performer.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 23 Apr. 2026
Though the world’s largest energy importer has largely withstood the worst of the global supply crunch sparked by the Iran war, the conflict has nonetheless exposed some vulnerabilities, leading Beijing to look at cheap domestic coal as an alternative to replace natural gas imports.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Thiago’s goal was the latest cruel setback for a side that had conceded a penalty after three minutes and narrowly withstood an aerial bombardment early in the second half.
—Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2026
Fortunately, La Concha withstood both and was ready to welcome guests when travel rebounded after World War II.
—Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
This classic name has withstood the test of time (from Winnie the Pooh to Hocus Pocus, too).
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 6 Apr. 2026
Memento has withstood the test of time, thanks to memorable performances, intricately layered storytelling, and what the film ultimately reveals about our all-too-human willingness to deceive ourselves in order to escape unpleasant truths.
—ArsTechnica, 6 Apr. 2026
Lauren Betts had 16 points and made a huge block late, and UCLA withstood a late charge by Texas on Friday night for a 51-44 win to reach the women's NCAA Tournament national championship game for the first time.
—CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for withstood
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But critics say Sheinbaum’s government has resisted taking steps against corrupt politicians linked to the ruling party.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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Residents who resisted the charms of the governor’s multimillion-dollar press team were already raising an eyebrow at the bold claims and estimates.—
Torrey Snow,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Apr. 2026
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Reggie Miller was opposed, but Kyle Korver and Larry Bird were open to it.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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Democrats have opposed the president’s efforts but long ago sacrificed the moral high ground.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Withstood.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/withstood. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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