Backfire
Backfire noun - A loud noise made by the explosion of fuel in the manifold or exhaust of an internal combustion engine.
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Resistance and backfire are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Resistance" instead a noun "Backfire".
Nearby Words: backfired, backfiring
Resistance
Resistance noun - The inclination to resist.
Backfire and resistance are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Backfire" instead a noun "Resistance".
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Assimilation Backfire: The computer was trying to drain Logan's memories to find the hidden lair of the resistance groups.
Source: Film / Logan's Run -
Fortunately, certain creatures can be born with resistance or full-out immunity to these statements (among other things, it's heavily implied that being a Light Child of some kind grants you this immunity), which can cause it to backfire pretty impressively.
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Path of Most Resistance: Taking the riskiest, most dangerous paths (such as taking command of the boarding party), require high stat checks and can backfire badly if you fail, but they also offer the best opportunities to win medals and boost your reputation.
Source: Video Game / Sabres Of Infinity
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