Obstruct and Withstand

Obstruct

Obstruct verb - To create difficulty for the work or activity of.

Withstand and obstruct are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Withstand" instead a verb "Obstruct".

Withstand

Withstand verb - To refuse to give in to.
Usage example: trying to withstand the temptation to use the beautiful weather as an excuse to take a mental health day

Obstruct and withstand are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Obstruct" instead a verb "Withstand".

Nearby Word: withstanding

Common collocations

elements obstruct elements withstand elements
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