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as in to give
to produce as revenue I expect that stock to yield at least 14% profit this year

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as in to submit
to cease resistance (as to another's arguments, demands, or control) after initially balking at the order, the soldier yielded when the commanding officer threatened a formal charge of insubordination

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as in to surrender
to give (oneself) over to something especially unrestrainedly she yielded herself to temptation and booked a month-long vacation in the Bahamas like she'd wanted to for years

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noun

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How does the verb yield differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of yield are capitulate, defer, relent, submit, and succumb. While all these words mean "to give way to someone or something that one can no longer resist," yield may apply to any sort or degree of giving way before force, argument, persuasion, or entreaty.

yields too easily in any argument

When could capitulate be used to replace yield?

The words capitulate and yield are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, capitulate stresses the fact of ending all resistance and may imply either a coming to terms (as with an adversary) or hopelessness in the face of an irresistible opposing force.

officials capitulated to the protesters' demands

When is it sensible to use defer instead of yield?

The synonyms defer and yield are sometimes interchangeable, but defer implies a voluntary yielding or submitting out of respect or reverence for or deference and affection toward another.

I defer to your expertise in these matters

In what contexts can relent take the place of yield?

Although the words relent and yield have much in common, relent implies a yielding through pity or mercy by one who holds the upper hand.

finally relented and let the children stay up late

When might submit be a better fit than yield?

In some situations, the words submit and yield are roughly equivalent. However, submit suggests full surrendering after resistance or conflict to the will or control of another.

a repentant sinner vowing to submit to the will of God

When would succumb be a good substitute for yield?

While the synonyms succumb and yield are close in meaning, succumb implies weakness and helplessness to the one that gives way or an overwhelming power to the opposing force.

a stage actor succumbing to the lure of Hollywood

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of yield
Verb
Lance ended up playing the first three quarters before yielding to DJ Uiagalelei, completing 13 of 20 for 120 yards and touchdown passes of 5 yards to veteran tight end Will Dissly and 15 yards to rookie wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith, a fifth-round draft pick. Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 31 July 2025 Police charged Brittany Bishop with failure to yield resulting in the death of Raymon Cruz-Sanchez, who was picking up trash along I-65 on Aug. 16, 2024. Craig Shoup, Nashville Tennessean, 30 July 2025
Noun
Advertisement Though experts say there are other compounding factors related to the rising prices, the report notes that unexpected extreme climate conditions and their effects on crop yield cannot be understated. Rebecca Schneid, Time, 22 July 2025 The yield on the 10-year Treasury edged down 1.1 basis points to 4.42%. Jason Ma, Fortune, 21 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for yield
Recent Examples of Synonyms for yield
Verb
  • My family's story reveals the scale of the coming storm—my father battles Alzheimer's, my uncle succumbed to Parkinson's, and my grandmother to Lewy body dementia.
    Shahriar Minokadeh, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
  • When Kang Ji-won (Park Min-young) discovers her layabout husband Park Min-hwan (Lee Yu-kyun) in bed with her best friend Jeong Su-min (Song Ha-yoon), plotting what to do when Ji-won finally succumbs to the terminal cancer she’s been battling, Min-hwan murders her.
    Geoffrey Bunting, Time, 1 Aug. 2025
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  • Sullivan's unique blend of contemporary R&B, soul, gospel and reggae influences gave quiet storm, late-night radio vibes, especially as a vibrant orange and red sunset transformed the upbeat evening into a moody night illuminated by smartphone flashlights.
    Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 27 July 2025
  • Samsung has given Harman access to a wide array of technologies beyond traditional audio, including instrument panels and driver monitoring.
    Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 27 July 2025
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  • The new program allows customers nationwide to submit their ideas for new Whopper sandwiches on the chain's official website.
    Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 July 2025
  • You'll also be required to submit a request form to skip a payment.
    Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 25 July 2025
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  • Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 2 Aug. 2025
  • This overactive immune response can cause inflammation and mistakenly attack joint tissues, leading to pain, swelling, and stiffness.
    Lindsay Curtis, Health, 2 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • The episode ended with a deep-fake public service announcement that showed Trump walking through the desert, taking off his clothes and collapsing nude in the sand.
    Christine Ricciardi, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2025
  • Ramirez’s Independence home was condemned by the city after a basement wall collapsed during the storms.
    Maddie Carr, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2025
Verb
  • The program was created in 2010 by the La Jolla Community Foundation and subsequently was relinquished to the oversight of the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library.
    Ashley Mackin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 July 2025
  • Expensive, but necessary The Magic went hard after Desmond Bane of the Memphis Grizzlies, and had to relinquish a package that included four first-round picks, and a first-round pick swap to get him.
    Morten Stig Jensen, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
Verb
  • The stamp — which features a detailed image of the British troops surrendering — caught Bob Chisholm’s eye and started his love of stamp collecting.
    Lillian Ashworth, Oc Register, 1 Aug. 2025
  • Since the first Safe Haven law went into effect in Texas in 1999, more than 5,000 babies have been safely surrendered.
    Sam Gillette, People.com, 30 July 2025
Noun
  • For private corrections companies in Louisiana, where the demand for state prison space was falling, this presented a new revenue opportunity at just the right time.
    Brent McDonald, New York Times, 31 July 2025
  • Leaders can manage budgets, drive revenues, litigate effectively and hit the bottom line, but without intangibles, institutions become transactional and rudderless.
    George Atallah, Sportico.com, 31 July 2025

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