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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.
The team fought valiantly, but in the end, they succumbed to the opponent's relentless pressure.
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.
By the time the ambulance arrived, she had already succumbed to her injuries.
