German resistance stiffened in immediate defense of the home territory.

In just the last six months, resistance to development of Connecticut's remaining open space has stiffened markedly.

But when he rode on to attack the main host the resistance stiffened.

And yet, yesterday, as it appeared that Iraqi resistance might be stiffening, oil prices rose.

They closed up and formed a circle as Lopez' resistance stiffened.

Early gains, however, could not be exploited as German resistance stiffened.

Initially resistance was light but stiffened as the Camerons approached the river.

Drocker seemed unable to do anything useful once resistance stiffened.

But resistance has stiffened for the moment and is holding us up.

Soon resistance stiffened, and it was clear that the hill was held by a significant force.