give way

Definizione e Significato di "give way"

to give way

dare

to finally agree to something, especially after much resistance or arguing

Idiom

lascia perdere

to move aside in order to make space or allow someone or something to pass

Collocation

to break down under physical or metaphorical pressure

Idiom

to fail to perform or function as expected

Idiom

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

Idiom

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

Idiom

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

to put more effort into rowing

Esempio

The bookshelf tilted dangerously after one of its legs gave way.

The resistance of the defending team gave way, allowing the opponent to score a goal.

The rolling hills gave way to a vast champaign, a canvas for nature’s beauty.

After years of faithful service, the old car's engine finally gave way, and it couldn't start anymore.

When merging onto the highway, it's important to give way to oncoming traffic.

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