WITHSTANDS Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

withstands

verb

present tense third-person singular of withstand

as in resists

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 withstands If the map withstands a court challenge, Cleaver will have to win over voters in both Democratic Kansas City and the solidly Trump parts of Missouri. — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 21 Aug. 2026 His performance could dictate how well Orlando withstands Chicago’s press. — Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2026 Like tomatoes, pumpkins have a sturdy structure that withstands heat processing. — Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 7 Aug. 2026 That's the stuff that kind of withstands the test of time, is the songs. — David Chiu, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 The RFID‑blocking lining adds peace of mind during international travel, and the durable leather withstands frequent handling at airports. — Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026 Despite its lightweight feel, cork is highly durable and withstands plenty of wear and tear, according to the Cork Institute. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026 Its curved lines and bright upholstery are decidedly modern, and it’s made with a steel frame finished in a warm wood transfer that withstands the rain and summer sun better than natural wood. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 9 July 2026 Each rocker is made from all-weather high- density polyethylene (HDPE) that withstands rain, snow, and wind and resists fading, cracking, and rot. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026

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Eve resists scream-queen clichés, but Gemma’s boringly typical tortured backstory is as flat as her wan chemistry with Nick.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Harbour resists the idea that the label was ever a cage or a hurdle to his progress as an artist.

— Clayton Davis, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026

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