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resists the shear vs bears the shear

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Resists the shear' is commonly used in engineering or material science contexts to describe the ability of a material to withstand shear forces. On the other hand, 'bears the shear' is less common and may be used in a more poetic or metaphorical sense.

Last updated: March 23, 2024

resists the shear

This phrase is correct and commonly used in engineering or material science contexts to describe the ability of a material to withstand shear forces.

This phrase is used to describe the ability of a material to withstand shear forces or stresses.

Alternatives:

  • withstands the shear
  • endures the shear
  • tolerates the shear
  • opposes the shear
  • counters the shear

bears the shear

This phrase is correct but less common. It may be used in a more poetic or metaphorical sense rather than in technical contexts.

This phrase can be used in a poetic or metaphorical sense to describe bearing or enduring shear forces.

Alternatives:

  • endures the shear
  • tolerates the shear
  • stands up to the shear
  • faces the shear
  • braves the shear

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