1
as in to succumb
to give up and cease resistance (as to a liking, temptation, or habit)
give in and have some chocolate
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as in to submit
to cease resistance (as to another's arguments, demands, or control)
after withstanding hours of begging, their father finally gave in and let them go to the amusement park
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Recent Examples of give in
Walton’s second permit was given in 2023 and expired in June.
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Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 14 Aug. 2025
There have been multiple explanations given in the past for why the deal fell apart, including the possibility that Jones was unable to put up the cash to hold onto exclusive negotiating rights.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 13 Aug. 2025
David Corenswet’s Superman saves the world with optimism and a smile, never giving in to the despair of his threats.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 8 Aug. 2025
For those of us who refuse to give in to the marketing tactics of fast fashion, being online is becoming considerably tougher.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 5 Aug. 2025
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Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 14 Aug. 2025
There have been multiple explanations given in the past for why the deal fell apart, including the possibility that Jones was unable to put up the cash to hold onto exclusive negotiating rights.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 13 Aug. 2025
David Corenswet’s Superman saves the world with optimism and a smile, never giving in to the despair of his threats.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 8 Aug. 2025
For those of us who refuse to give in to the marketing tactics of fast fashion, being online is becoming considerably tougher.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for give in
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Notably, more people succumb to drowning each year than experience shark bites.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Aug. 2025
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If someone succumbs to the heat, promptly relocate them to a cool, shaded location.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
22 Aug. 2025
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For example, police can submit a security camera photo of a suspect to the Michigan Intelligence Operation Center (MIOC), an information sharing center created in the wake of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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Tipsters can also call the U.S. Marshals Service at 1-800-336-0102 or submit a tip online at www.usmarshals.gov/tips.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
31 Aug. 2025
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So the war is likely to go on until Ukraine agrees to concede territory in exchange for security guarantees.—
Andy Shaw,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Aug. 2025
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They were unbeaten in 23 Championship games last season at Turf Moor, with only eight goals conceded.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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The Formally surrenders Crossword Clue Answer is... Answer: CEDES For more on USA TODAY's Crossword Puzzles This crossword clue page was generated automatically using information from puzzles.usatoday.com.—
Sally Hoelscher,
USA Today,
24 Aug. 2025
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After surrendering a one-out double, Martin retired the next two batters and exited with a two-run lead — but the Royals staged a late rally for a 6-2 victory.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Aug. 2025
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