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to succumb
01
to surrender to a superior force or influence
Intransitive: to succumb to a force or influence
Examples
Despite his strong will, he eventually succumbed to the persuasive arguments of his friends.
02
to die as a result of a disease or injury
Intransitive: to succumb to a disease or injury
Examples
He succumbed to his injuries after the car accident.
