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withstand
[wɪðˈstænd]
verb
resistir
1.
to resist or endure something difficult or unpleasant
The building was designed to withstand earthquakes.
O edifício foi projetado para resistir a terremotos.
2.
to remain firm in opposition; to stand against
She could not withstand the pressure from her family.
Ela não conseguiu resistir à pressão de sua família.
3.
to oppose or confront boldly
They withstood the enemy's attack for three days.
Eles resistiram ao ataque do inimigo por três dias.
Synonyms
resist
endure
bear
stand
tolerate
oppose
defy
Antonyms
yield
surrender
succumb
give in
submit
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
resistir
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
aguentar
informal, colloquial alternative
Portugal
resistir
standard usage in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
withstand the test of time
withstand the odds
withstand temptation
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