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Term: Capitulate (verb)

Description:

Capitulate is a verb that means to surrender or give in under certain conditions, especially after resisting for a period of time. It implies the act of yielding or submitting, often due to pressure, force, or overwhelming circumstances.

Senses:

1. General sense: To surrender or yield under specific conditions.
2. Positive sense: To agree or comply willingly, typically when realizing resistance is futile or when faced with a better alternative.
3. Negative sense: To give in reluctantly, often due to exhaustion, defeat, or unfavorable circumstances.

Usage:

Sense 1:

After days of fierce battles, the enemy was forced to capitulate and surrender all their weapons.

The negotiators managed to make the stubborn politician capitulate and accept the proposed reforms.

Sense 2:

Realizing the overwhelming strength of their opponent, the underdog team decided to capitulate and accept the terms without further resistance.

She didn't want to face expulsion, so she chose to capitulate and confess her guilt.

Sense 3:

Despite his initial refusal, the tired hiker finally had to capitulate and call for help.

The company was on the verge of bankruptcy, and the CEO had no choice but to capitulate to the demands of the union.