Meaning Of The Word Withstand

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What's The Definition Of Withstand?

withstand
verb: If something or someone withstands a force or action, they survive it or do not give in to it.

withstand in American English
to oppose, resist, or endure, esp. in a successful way
intransitive verb: to stand in opposition; resist
transitive verb: to stand or hold out against; resist or oppose, esp. successfully

withstand in British English
verb: to stand up to forcefully; resist

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