Opposite of to accept or yield to a superior force, authority or will
(intransitive) To persist in or proceed with an activity or action
To achieve, especially by succeeding in a competition or contest
“For this Olympics, the country will aim to win as many medals as possible.”
To triumph or achieve victory in
“I'm confident that our team will win in our upcoming game.”
To persist steadfastly in pursuit of a goal, especially despite challenges
To struggle or fight back when attacked
“The wounds appear to have been inflicted when the victim tried to resist his attacker.”
To face something unpleasant with courage and fortitude
To persist in a given state or position despite adversity
“It's a miracle that he's been able to last this long as manager of that dysfunctional department.”
To invite someone to engage in a contest
“She was always trying to challenge me to a game of chess.”
To tolerate or put up with something unpleasant
“I am not sure that I can endure this restrictive diet for much longer.”
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