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Opposite of to yield to an overpowering force or overwhelming desire
“The gluttonous greed of the Cookie Monster can never resist the temptation of cookies.”
Opposite of to stop living
“She caught it early and fought it with every means possible, and was able to live another ten years.”
Opposite of to die from something fatal
“By some miracle, I managed to survive cancer, which lasted for seven years.”
Opposite of to contract a disease or illness
“I was lucky enough to avoid hayfever last Spring season.”
Opposite of to fall or collapse
“The locals and visitors alike informed me how the Golden Gate Bridge was planned, constructed, and maintained to stand against the elements.”
Opposite of to give up one's resistance against something
Opposite of to submit to or acknowledge the merit of
Opposite of to die or cease living
Opposite of to give up one's resistance against an enemy or opponent
Opposite of to surrender to, or to be conquered by
“Despite the onslaught at the mouth of Blackwater Rush, Joffrey's forces would still defeat Stannis' army.”
Opposite of to cause to become tired, weary or fatigued
Opposite of to succumb or give way to pressure or strain (literally or figuratively)
(of a game or contest) Opposite of to fail to win
“He would win against his opponent, a fitting finale to the hard work and training he had put in over the last few months.”
Opposite of to show symptoms of an illness
Opposite of to be humble or humbled
“I don't tell you that story to downgrade the people in the other group or to elevate myself above others.”
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