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to concede
01
to reluctantly admit that something is true after denying it first
Transitive: to concede that | to concede sth
Examples
After a heated debate, he finally conceded that he might have been wrong.
She had to concede that her opponent presented a compelling argument.
02
to give in or agree to a request
Intransitive: to concede to a request
Examples
After much discussion, she conceded to their request for more time.
The company conceded to the workers' demands for better wages.
03
to grant something such as control, a privilege, or right, often reluctantly
Transitive: to concede control or a privilege
Examples
After a long negotiation, the company finally conceded control of the project to the new partner.
The politician had to concede some of his demands to reach a compromise with the opposition.
04
to admit defeat in a competition, election, etc.
Transitive: to concede a competition
Examples
After a tense debate, the candidate finally conceded defeat.
The team conceded the match after their opponents scored the final goal.
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