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resistance

[ri-zis-tuhns] / rɪˈzɪs təns /


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This happened during the nationwide #MeToo reckoning, but they still encountered resistance.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

While these treatments have helped many patients, a significant number either fail to respond or eventually develop resistance.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

As a result, these influencers often clash with their local bishops, putting up resistance when told to rein in their posting.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

And if things get a bit rowdy and you think you'll get some resistance to saying goodbye, then you can do an Irish exit and slip away quietly.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

She pushed against her sister’s resistance until she finally agreed to eat the candy.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh




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