resists, withstands, endures
1. Third person singular present indicative of 'resistir' - to oppose or withstand something
He resists the pressure from his colleagues.
Ele resiste à pressão dos seus colegas.
2. To endure or last under difficult conditions
This material resists wear and tear.
Este material resiste ao desgaste.
3. To refuse to obey or comply
She resists authority.
Ela resiste à autoridade.
Related Idioms & Phrases
resiste bravamente - resists bravely
resiste ao tempo - stands the test of time
não resiste a - cannot resist
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