resist
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Look, if you can’t resist soaking up at least a little of the grandiose spectacle — either despite the awfulness of the larger meta-narrative or because of it — I won’t tell.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
That hypothetical $330,000 nest egg, while not guaranteed, is hard to resist.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
The findings offer a reminder that even the most advanced AI systems still have weaknesses, particularly when tasks require them to resist distractions and stay focused over extended sequences of information.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
But while individual schools like Monkseaton have managed to resist closure, the broader challenge persists.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
“They can’t resist checking out the new people. You just have to find...aha.”
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
Vocabulary lists containing resist
"The Civil Rights Movement"
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Unit 2: Pivotal Words and Phrases
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Unit 2: Pivotal Words and Phrases
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
