Example Sentences

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The goal: to build digital ecosystems that ensure Europe retains control over services and data, and resists foreign interference.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

The material resists corrosion under conditions that normally push stainless steel past its limits, making it a promising candidate for producing hydrogen from seawater and other harsh electrolyzer environments.

From Science Daily • May 10, 2026

While Cal resists this parental rigidity, the two do share something fundamental that threatens their community’s long-held foundations.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

But when a team resists that, it can lead to nervy performances and questions about the style of play.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Bailey only hesitates for a moment, and he resists the urge to close his eyes as he leaps.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern