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to give way
01
to finally agree to something, especially after much resistance or arguing
Idiom
02
to move aside in order to make space or allow someone or something to pass
Collocation
03
to break down under physical or metaphorical pressure
Idiom
04
to fail to perform or function as expected
Idiom
05
to be replaced by something considered to be superior, more advanced, or more cost-effective
Idiom
06
to lose control over one's feelings and to allow them to take over
Idiom
07
to pause during a speech and let someone else speak or ask a question
08
to put more effort into rowing
Example
After a day of hiking, the group gave way to hunger and devoured their packed lunches.
In a crowded hallway, polite people often give way to those in a hurry.
In the classroom discussion, the teacher gave way to the students to share their thoughts on the assigned reading.
The overworked laptop's battery gave way, and it shut down unexpectedly.
She tried to remain composed, but her fear gave way to panic when she saw the spider.