succumbed; succumbing; succumbs
Definition of succumb
1
: to yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire
succumb to temptation
2
: to be brought to an end (such as death) by the effect of destructive or disruptive forces
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The first known use of succumb was in 1604
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