Resists
/rɪˈzɪsts/
Definitions
- (v.) Third-person singular present tense of resist, meaning to withstand or oppose legally or physically.
The tenant resists the eviction on grounds of unlawful procedure.
Forms
- resist
- resisted
- resisting
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Commentary
Used primarily as third-person singular verb; see base term 'resist' for full definitions.
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