"resist" in inglés with examples - Collocation dictionary inglés
- Malaysia, an important exporter of tropical hardwoods, has resisted proposals that would limit cutting.
- Up to now, the traditional bowls have resisted proposals that they form the opening round of a playoff.
- For nearly two decades, Catholic bishops resisted proposals from researchers, and from within their own ranks, to conduct a full accounting of the problem.
- He resisted proposals to "federalize" administration of European farming, a serious concern with the indigenous population.
- In fact, its designers resisted proposals to create playgrounds or sports fields here.
- But conservatives resist such proposals, fearing they will endanger Turkey's security and stability.
- Kidlington residents have so far resisted proposals to become a town, though it clearly qualifies for such status against any criteria.
- The village has long resisted proposals to expand Lakeville Road to four lanes.
- Until now, he has resisted other proposals being pushed by Congress, including a major overhaul of intelligence agencies.
- Britain can be expected to use a series of meetings to resist such proposals.
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