give in
verb
gave in; given in; giving in; gives in
: to yield under insistence or entreaty : surrender
Examples of give in in a Sentence
give in and have some chocolate
after withstanding hours of begging, their father finally gave in and let them go to the amusement park
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Both honors are given in recognition of their achievements over the course of their careers.
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Leo Barraclough, Variety, 8 Dec. 2024
The previous paradigm was given in what is called the central dogma.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Instead, give in to yourself as an act of self love.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2024
Wedding gifts are given in celebration of the wedding.
—Jeanne Phillips, The Mercury News, 30 Nov. 2024
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Leo Barraclough, Variety, 8 Dec. 2024
The previous paradigm was given in what is called the central dogma.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Instead, give in to yourself as an act of self love.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2024
Wedding gifts are given in celebration of the wedding.
—Jeanne Phillips, The Mercury News, 30 Nov. 2024
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“Give in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/give%20in. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.
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