withstand

Example Sentences

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The bunker was strong enough to withstand that, so it can hold it within and collapse upon itself.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

"We write information into stable, inert materials that can withstand the passage of time and remain fully accessible to future generations."

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

Faster productivity growth could raise the economy’s capacity to withstand higher interest rates, making the Fed’s job a lot easier.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Investors have questioned whether legacy software vendors that sell to businesses can withstand competition from AI-powered rivals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

When I first realized this, I was glad, because it means I can more easily withstand the blows life has in store.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank