Resisting
/rɪˈzɪstɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v. (ger.)) Present participle of resist, referring to the act of opposing or exerting force to prevent an action, especially regarding law enforcement or legal orders.
He is resisting arrest, which may lead to additional charges.
Forms
- resist
- resisted
- resists
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Commentary
Resisting is typically used as a gerund or present participle form of 'resist' and does not have an independent legal definition separate from the base verb.
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