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withstand

verb

/wɪðˈstænd/

Meaning

to resist or endure something without being harmed

This building can withstand strong earthquakes.

stand the test of time

endure, resist, survive, tolerate, bear

surrender, collapse, yield

withstand pressure, withstand attack, withstand force, withstand heat

to cause someone to lose dignity or respect

To identify someone or something seen before; to acknowledge or accept.

to disturb the smoothness of something; to annoy or upset someone

Exert force on (someone or something), typically with one's finger or hand, in order to move them aw...

to say words; to communicate verbally

to move by turning over and over on an axis