1.   The oil companies face stubborn resistance from environmentalists.

2.   The church hierarchy faced resistance to some of their decisions.

3.   Indeed, it is not unlikely that he at some point faced armed resistance in the Fens, as the Liber Eliensis mentions a siege of Ely.

4.   And efforts to overhaul the vast government programs face resistance from powerful senior citizens groups and those in the health care industry who stand to lose revenue.

5.   And it is sure to face stiff resistance from neighbors who have been battling with the studio for decades over noise and traffic.

6.   And the bid could face resistance from Jewish organizations.

7.   And ski operators in New England have also faced resistance from environmental groups.

8.   And though Ms. Reiter and Stern promise there will be no billboards in Central Park, or anything remotely close, they face resistance.

9.   As the rear end lowered, the rear spoiler faced less resistance from the air, reducing drag and allowing the car to run faster.

10.   Assad will face resistance from those in power opposed to his anti-corruption campaign.