withstood

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The imposing grain silos at Beirut’s port mostly withstood last year’s massive explosion — but now serve as reminders of negligence and destruction.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Toll Brothers, a luxury homebuilder, has withstood selling pressure better than its peers.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

And its credit and debit cards have withstood many competitive threats over the decades.

From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026

He withstood even louder vitriol to grab a crucial half against a spirited DeChambeau fightback in the Bethpage Bearpit at last year's Ryder Cup.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

Fleming and Smith withstood the onslaught in good style, particularly Fleming, who, wearing a bold red tie and an abiding smile, endured Shultz with gentlemanly resignation.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote