withstand
withstand
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- 1.
to resist the action of (something) or the effect of (something harmful); stand up to.
"The building was designed to withstand the winds of a hurricane."
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The old bridge can withstand heavy loads.
The old bridge can withstand heavy loads.
She managed to withstand the pressure from her boss.
She managed to withstand the pressure from her boss.
The explorer's gear was designed to withstand extreme cold.
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What does withstand mean?
withstand means "withstand". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is withstand?
withstand is a Intermediate-level word.
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Example: "The old bridge can withstand heavy loads." — used to mean "withstand".
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