strongly resist

Frequency: 8.525.3 per million words

To oppose something with great force or conviction.

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Examples (10)

  • The local community will strongly resist the new development project.
  • She strongly resisted the urge to check her phone during the meeting.
  • The government has strongly resisted calls for a public inquiry.
  • Even under intense pressure, he continued to strongly resist their demands.
  • Many people strongly resist change, preferring familiar routines.
  • The material is designed to strongly resist corrosion and wear.
  • Activists vowed to strongly resist any attempts to undermine environmental protections.
  • Despite their efforts, they could not strongly enough resist the invading forces.
  • He had always strongly resisted adopting new technologies in his business.
  • We must strongly resist any form of discrimination in our society.