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Term: Relenting

Part of Speech: Verb

Description: Relenting refers to the act of becoming less strict, severe, or harsh in attitude, opinion, or action. It implies showing mercy, compassion, or leniency.

Sample Sentences:

1. After much persuasion, the teacher finally relented and allowed the students to have a short break.
2. Despite her initial refusal, my mom relented and allowed me to go to the party.
3. The judge decided to relent and reduce the sentence due to the defendant's sincere remorse.

Part of Speech: Noun

Description: As a noun, relenting refers to the act or instance of showing mercy or leniency.

Sample Sentences:

1. The boss's relenting surprised everyone when he gave the employees an unexpected bonus.
2. They won their case due to the prosecutor's relenting and dropping the charges against them.
3. Her relenting in negotiations allowed for a compromise to be reached.

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