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    withstand
    /wɪðˈstand/

    verb

    • 1. remain undamaged or unaffected by; resist: "the structure had been designed to withstand winds of more than 100 mph"

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  2. to receive without being changed or damaged by something powerful; bear: The building has to be strong enough to withstand severe winds and storms. Coaches have to be tough to withstand the constant pressure to win.

  3. The meaning of WITHSTAND is to stand up against : oppose with firm determination; especially : to resist successfully. How to use withstand in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Withstand.

  4. Withstand definition: to stand or hold out against; resist or oppose, especially successfully. See examples of WITHSTAND used in a sentence.

  5. 2 meanings: 1. to stand up to forcefully; resist 2. to remain firm in endurance or opposition.... Click for more definitions.

  6. withstand something to be strong enough not to be hurt or damaged by extreme conditions, the use of force, etc. synonym resist, stand up to. The materials used have to be able to withstand high temperatures. They had withstood siege, hunger and deprivation.

  7. Withstand means to stand your ground against a powerful and negative force. A lot of toys can withstand rough treatment, but CDs definitely can't. And hopefully, you can withstand the pressures of school and work!

  8. to resist or oppose, esp. successfully: to withstand the invaders; to withstand temptation.

  9. WITHSTAND definition: to not be damaged or broken by something: . Learn more.

  10. withstand meaning, definition, what is withstand: to be strong enough to remain unharmed b...: Learn more.

  11. Jun 25, 2024 · withstand (third-person singular simple present withstands, present participle withstanding, simple past and past participle withstood) ( transitive ) To resist or endure (something) successfully .