Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun The state of being at one's wits' end; hence, a standstill.
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Besides, their turbines stainless steel parts will last far longer than other plastic designs they compete with, tested to witstand up to 134mph wind!
First Time in the USA, A Quiet Rooftop SWIFT Wind Turbine For Homes & Businesses 2008
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Let’s hope we all witstand this cancer on American history and within a year or two we can look back and be thankful that we averted the end of the world as we know it.
Think Progress » Kristol: Rove and Libby Will Be Indicted 2005
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