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Wildfires are especially destructive in tropical rainforests because most of the plants and animals living there have not evolved to withstand frequent burning.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 18, 2026

“He’s been able to withstand some difficult times of not playing at Pitt or getting injured at Cal Poly. At the end of the day, he believes in himself,” Croick said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026

This year's team will install beams and props to help the buildings withstand increased precipitation and snow loading, as well as monitor the penguins.

From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026

Lawyers for the Alexanders have argued they should be kept together, saying their support of each other has helped them withstand prison violence and harsh conditions.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 14, 2026

He could counterattack with tears or rage or promises, and I could withstand every single one.

From "Every Day" by David Levithan

Even if it withstands legal challenges, energy analysts and traders say the supply quantities involved are too small to lower prices much.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 12, 2026

Carpenter offers many advantages to investors seeking companies whose competitive barriers to entry are as resistant as its nickel-based alloy Pyromet 41 External link —which withstands temperatures as high as 1500 degrees Fahrenheit.

From Barron's ● May 21, 2026

Vanguard released a follow-up report on Wednesday on “How America withstands financial hardships” that takes a deep dive behind the headlines.

From MarketWatch ● Mar. 12, 2026

In the days ahead, we'll see if that withstands closer scrutiny.

From BBC ● Jun. 11, 2025

But Jason withstood the fearful creatures as a great rock in the sea withstands the waves.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton

So far, stocks have largely withstood the rise in bond yields, largely thanks to the strong corporate earnings.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026

The shop withstood the loss of his mom and dad, the pandemic and the stress of the Eaton fire, which destroyed his brother’s home.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026

Zara owner Inditex, one of the world's largest fashion retailers, reported Wednesday higher profits for the first half of its fiscal year as its brands withstood fierce competition and boosted sales.

From Barron's ● Sep. 9, 2026

Six-time Grand Slam champion Swiatek withstood an Elina Svitolina comeback attempt to seal a 6-3 1-6 6-3 win in Toronto and reach her first WTA final of the season.

From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026

And there, in a tall tree, a tree that withstood the strong winds, is one gray fluffy baby and one adult eagle.

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers

Google’s search business isn’t just withstanding the threat posed by artificial intelligence, according to an analyst.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 17, 2026

Higher yields normally reduce the appeal of crypto, but it’s withstanding the pressure in recent sessions, he says.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026

Weston kick-started the golden rush, withstanding the heavy pressure on his shoulders to win the men's skeleton title that was always his to lose.

From BBC ● Feb. 22, 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

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