resisting

Example Sentences

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That has involved "moving closer to the European Union, accelerating diplomatic repairs with China, and resisting American pressure to sever ties with Russia".

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Seward thanked Parcell for giving him the chance to start on varsity as a freshman even though he knew “it wasn’t the most popular decision,” with juniors and seniors resisting.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Then, as the weeks went on, the city added more: resisting arrest, violating a city ordinance about breaching the peace, and providing false information.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

In case you’ve forgotten the events of 2014’s “The Lego Movie,” it’s about a group of heroes resisting the conformist authoritarianism of a ridiculous figure called President Business, also known as the despotic Lord Business.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

The posters kept slipping to the floor, resisting the tape.

From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier