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to relent
01
to accept something, usually after some resistance
02
(of weather, situation, etc.) to become less harsh or severe
Example
After much persuasion, the manager relented and granted the team an extra day off.
The teacher relented and extended the deadline for the assignment after considering the students' requests.
The company finally relented and decided to lower their prices in response to customer feedback.
Despite his initial stubbornness, he eventually relented and agreed to compromise.
She pleaded with him to relent and forgive her, promising to make amends.
