can resist

Frequency: 8.830.2 per million words

To have the ability to oppose something.

resistVERB + resist

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can

Examples (10)

  • Even the strongest materials can only resist extreme heat for so long.
  • It's hard to believe anyone can resist her charm.
  • With enough willpower, you can resist the temptation to eat junk food.
  • The new coating can resist corrosion even in harsh environments.
  • Few people can resist a good bargain.
  • The human body can resist many diseases if the immune system is strong.
  • He can resist political pressure better than most.
  • This fortress was built so strongly that it can resist any attack.
  • I don't think anyone can resist the urge to laugh at that joke.
  • If we stand together, we can resist these unjust policies.