withstand
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Officials argue that rather than rushing through relief efforts, the priority is to "build back better" so that new homes and businesses are resilient enough to withstand future disasters.
From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026
In 2019, scientists discovered that it can remain superconducting in magnetic fields hundreds of times stronger than what typical materials can withstand.
From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2026
“You’re going to need to withstand runs, and you’re gonna need to figure that kind of stuff out,” Rice said.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026
What drew me to Plaid is, this is a company that I know has every right—that we’re building into a company that can withstand the scrutiny of public markets.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
“Alas! Yes; I cannot withstand their demands. I cannot lead them unwillingly to danger, and I must return.”
From "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley
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