3
resisting(verb, resisting, contending)
3
struggle(noun, conflict, opposition, face-off)
3
tough(adjective, strong, sturdy)
2
arguing(verb, contending)
2
counteraction(support, opposition, resistance, fighting, impermeability)
2
defending(verb, alert, watchful, opposing, protective)
2
defiance(support, fight, opposition, resistance, fighting)
2
endurance(noun, power, strength, resolution, hardship)
2
fractious
2
opposition
2
rebellious
2
rebuff(support, fight, opposition, resistance, fighting)
2
renitency(noun, resistance)
2
resistance(noun, support, cover, check, strength)
2
standing(noun, verb, strength, ability, resolution)
1
antagonism
1
antagonizing(verb, contending)
1
battle(support, fight, opposition, resistance, fighting)
1
bickering(verb, contending)
1
blocking(support, fight, opposition, resistance, fighting)
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