desist in the Oxford-Hachette French Dictionary

desist in the PONS Dictionary

Translations for desist in the English»French Dictionary

desist Examples from the PONS Dictionary (editorially verified)

to desist from doing sth
renoncer à faire qc
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Monolingual examples (not verified by PONS Editors)

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But if they desist, and obey you, then you must provide for them and clothe them fittingly.
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The diminished influence of peers after men marry has also been cited as a factor in desisting from offending.
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However, the autosurf was soon discovered to be a ponzi scheme and was ordered to cease and desist.
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Not only the club refused but some the neighbors declared against the request so the municipality desisted from demanding the restitution of the land.
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In spite of the imperial ban, he devastated its lands, intercepted its commerce, and desisted only when his demands were granted.
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The prince, in hot pursuit, was forced to desist when the river miraculously became so swollen that he was unable to ford.
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The interim governor desisted of the idea, believing that the consequences of such a military operation were not worth the effort.
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The court may even hear the action if the patentee has not filed a cease and desist letter.
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They would do whatever they can to be happy and wouldn't desist from hurting anyone.
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A cease and desist letter often triggers licensing negotiations, and is a frequent first step towards litigation.
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