withstand

language: pt

definitions

  1. verb
    to resist or endure against pressure, force, or attack
    pt: resistir
  2. verb
    to remain firm or unyielding under pressure
    pt: manter-se firme

examples

  1. The bridge can withstand heavy traffic.

    A ponte pode suportar o tráfego pesado.

  2. She could not withstand the temptation.

    Ela não pôde resistir à tentação.