禁
bear; endure; can't help but
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesverb
to bear; to endure; to withstand
Used to describe the ability to withstand hardship, wear, or pressure.
This young sapling is extremely fragile and cannot withstand wind and rain.
This durable pair of shoes will last a long time.
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He is too weak to withstand a long journey.
Can this fabric withstand washing with water?
Children's skin is very delicate and cannot withstand harsh sun exposure.
verb
to restrain; to hold back; to cannot help oneself
Used to describe the inability to control one's emotions or actions.
Watching the touching movie, she couldn't help but shed tears.
Hearing the good news, he couldn't help jumping up.
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Looking at the delicious food, I couldn't help swallowing my saliva.
She couldn't help laughing out loud.
Seeing his loved ones he had been separated from for years, he couldn't help crying bitterly.