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To have acknowledged, or conceded, the truth of
“Kuhn who argues that major breakthroughs occur only after scientists finally concede that certain physical phenomena cannot be explained by extending the logic of old theories.”
(of time or an opportunity) To have failed to take advantage of
Past tense for to disclose or tell, usually something that has been hidden or kept secret
“He did concede that he was a consultant to Pagetus and that he attempted to develop capital sources for the company in Europe while he was a fugitive.”
Past tense for to accept or yield to a superior force, authority or will
“He was willing, time and time again, to turn the party upside down rather than concede to his opponents.”
Past tense for to yield or give up something to another person
“If necessary, he will move and concede the house to the ghosts.”
Past tense for to grant or approve of
“Then he related the news to him and asked him to concede his request and do what he needed done.”
Past tense for to accept or abide by the terms or rules of
“Although Jim seems to concede to the rules of Gotham, he sticks to his belief that criminals should be placed on trial and sentenced accordingly in order to pay for their crimes.”
Past tense for to acknowledge something reluctantly, typically from shame or embarrassment
Past tense for to do something that one regards as below one's dignity or level of importance
Past tense for to act in a submissive manner
Past tense for to admit that one has committed a crime or wrongdoing
Past tense for to understand or acknowledge the existence of
Past tense for to settle a dispute by mutual concession
Past tense for to give or grant, typically in a gracious or condescending manner
Past tense for to believe, based on information
Past tense for to recant or reverse one's prior position or opinion
Past tense for to tolerate the existence or occurrence of something
Past tense for to deteriorate, decline, or slump in progress, position, or influence
Acknowledged as having been heard or received, as of a statement or message
Having the requisite authority or permission
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