Battle and Resist

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Battle

Battle verb - To strive to reduce or eliminate.

Usage example: we must battle hunger and poverty wherever they exist

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Resist is a synonym for battle in activity topic. In some cases you can use "Resist" instead a verb "Battle", when it comes to topics like conflict.

Nearby Words: battled, battling, battler, battlement, battleship

Resist

Resist verb - To refuse to give in to.

Usage example: it is important to resist the temptation to run away from your problems

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Battle is a synonym for resist in activity topic. Sometimes you can use "Battle" instead a verb "Resist", if it concerns topics such as conflict, withstand.

Nearby Words: resistance, resistant, resisted, resisting, resistive

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time	battle time	resist time
effects	battle effects	resist effects
evil	battle evil	resist evil
empire	battle empire	resist empire
Other words: beast, invasion, side, elements, powers.

Both words in one sentence

Teal'c is similarly cured of brainwashing, though it takes more effort since, as a battle-hardened Badass from a society of warriors, he can resist quite a lot of punishment.

Source: Beat the Curse Out of Him
Early drafts of the script for Return of the Jedi had this with Obi-Wan and Yoda appearing to Luke during the battle with the Emperor and helping him resist his power.

Source: Loved Ones Montage
They only attempt to flee prior to engaging them in battle, but they have sky high defense, resist every element, and are surprisingly capable fighters for featureless blocks.

Source: Metal Slime

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