Example Sentences
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The Department of Homeland Security alleged that the men killed in both incidents resisted arrest and that the officers fired their weapons defensively as the men attempted to flee.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
I resisted, and the fight cost me everything, including my relationship with my son.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 7, 2026
So far on their tour of Ireland and England, India have resisted handing a debut to 15-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
McKinsey has resisted becoming a corporation, opting to maintain the relatively flat partnership structure that it has had for much of its 100-year history, Sternfels said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 1, 2026
“Oh no, I can’t go,” said Mr. Beiderman as he resisted Hyacinth.
From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser
