initially resist

Frequency: 6.48.0 per million words

To oppose something at the start.

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  • The committee members initially resisted the proposal.
  • She tried to initially resist the temptation to eat the cake.
  • Many people initially resist change, but eventually adapt.
  • The body may initially resist new medications.
  • Despite his strong will, he couldn't initially resist her charm.
  • The new policy was initially resisted by some employees.
  • Although they initially resisted, they later understood the necessity.
  • It's common for children to initially resist bedtime.
  • He initially resisted the idea, thinking it was too radical.
  • The immune system will initially resist foreign invaders.