Example Sentences

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But credit Fitzpatrick for withstanding last Sunday's charge from the American four-time major champion.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

The former Northeastern sensation, Keller’s teammate in the PWHL, once considered too small for serious hockey, withstanding everything Canada had to give.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Investors have been fleeing the AI trade—not withstanding a dramatic upsurge today—with one exception: data center real estate investment trusts.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

The Indiana Pacers toppled the league-leading Oklahoma City Thunder 117-114 on Friday, withstanding a 47-point performance from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to win an NBA Finals rematch.

From Barron's • Jan. 24, 2026

We’re leaping over gigantic roots, sidestepping trees, sliding under low branches, and withstanding the wind … all while laughing.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer