to give way

تعریف و معنی "give way"در زبان انگلیسی

to give way
01

کوتاه آمدن, تسلیم شدن

to finally agree to something, especially after much resistance or arguing
to [give] way definition and meaning
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example
مثال‌ها
The protesters refused to give way, determined to make their voices heard.
02

راه را برای عبور کسی یا چیزی باز کردن

to move aside in order to make space or allow someone or something to pass
CollocationCollocation
example
مثال‌ها
When merging onto the highway, it's important to give way to oncoming traffic.
03

to break down under physical or metaphorical pressure

IdiomIdiom
example
مثال‌ها
The bridge's supports could n't bear the weight, causing it to give way and collapse into the river.
04

to fail to perform or function as expected

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example
مثال‌ها
The electrical system in the house gave way during the storm, leaving us without power for days.
05

to be replaced by something considered to be superior, more advanced, or more cost-effective

IdiomIdiom
example
مثال‌ها
Landline telephones have given way to smartphones as the primary means of communication for many people.
06

to lose control over one's feelings and to allow them to take over

IdiomIdiom
example
مثال‌ها
She tried to remain composed, but her fear gave way to panic when she saw the spider.
07

to pause during a speech and let someone else speak or ask a question

example
مثال‌ها
During the town hall meeting, the mayor gave way to the residents to voice their concerns about the new development project.
08

to put more effort into rowing

example
مثال‌ها
Hearing the coxswain's command to give way, the rowers synchronized their strokes and propelled the boat with renewed energy.
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