give way

Определение и Значение "give way"

to give way

потерпеть неудачу

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

Idiom

подаваться

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

Пример

In the classroom discussion, the teacher gave way to the students to share their thoughts on the assigned reading.

The heavy rain let up after a few hours, giving way to sunny skies.

The determined resistance finally made the invading army give way, leading to their retreat.

The bridge's supports couldn't bear the weight, causing it to give way and collapse into the river.

After years of neglect, the old abandoned house began to crumble, its walls giving way to the elements.

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