capitulate
to surrender or give in, often after resistance
Word origin: From Latin capitulare, to arrange under headings (capitulum chapter, a list of terms of surrender).
Capitulate in a sentence
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After months of siege, the garrison was forced to capitulate.
After a week-long strike, management capitulated and restored the disputed benefits.
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Using “capitulate” well
Capitulate means to surrender, usually after holding out for a time. It implies giving in to pressure rather than agreeing freely.
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