resist

/ɹəˈzɪst/
noun
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Definition

1

to try not to do something or to fight against it

She tried to resist eating the cake.

2

to stay strong when something pushes or pulls you

The bridge resisted the strong wind.

Synonyms

fight refuse hold back

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