withstand
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Not only will Phantom MK-2 be element proof, says Pathak, but a large battery will provide about six hours of runtime, and it will be able to recover if it falls and withstand more force.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
He said given South Korea's heavy reliance on exports, they could not withstand severe global sanctions for attempting to go nuclear in violation of international rules.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
Utilities have been making investments not only to support data centers but also to upgrade the grid to withstand more extreme weather and replace aging infrastructure, changes that benefit all customers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
It’s open to professionals and elite amateurs through a qualifying process, and the tournament is known for identifying the player who can withstand the most pressure under the most demanding conditions.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
It did not matter that fire and earth were the two things that she and her sisters could not withstand, would not overcome.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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