verb

withstand

soportar · resistir

To be strong enough to remain undamaged or unaffected by something powerful or difficult.

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Examples

The bridge can withstand strong winds.verb

El puente puede soportar vientos fuertes.

Could this wall withstand another earthquake?verb

¿Podría este muro resistir otro terremoto?

The soldiers withstood the heavy rain during their long march.verb

Los soldados resistieron la fuerte lluvia durante su larga marcha.

You must learn to withstand the pressure of public speaking.verb

Debes aprender a soportar la presión de hablar en público.

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