Meaning of the word "in resistance to" in English

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in resistance to

US /ɪn rɪˈzɪstəns tuː/
UK /ɪn rɪˈzɪstəns tuː/

Phrase

acting against or opposing something

Example:
The local community stood in resistance to the new development project.
The government faced strong opposition in resistance to its new policies.