effective resistance

Frequency: 6.910.1 per million words

resistance that successfully stops or slows something

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Examples (10)

  • The villagers organized an effective resistance against the proposed dam construction.
  • Without effective resistance, the disease would have spread much faster.
  • Scientists are working to develop crops with effective resistance to common pests.
  • His firm stance presented an effective resistance to the unfair demands.
  • The new material provides effective resistance against extreme weather conditions.
  • Only through collective and effective resistance can systemic change be achieved.
  • The body's immune system typically mounts an effective resistance to minor infections.
  • They encountered surprisingly effective resistance from the seemingly disorganized opposition.
  • Building effective resistance to cyber-attacks is crucial for national security.
  • Despite initial setbacks, their effective resistance eventually led to a victory.