as in surrender
the usually forced yielding of one's person or possessions to the control of another
the tug-of-war will continue until the capitulating of one side or the other
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as in succumbing
to cease resistance (as to another's arguments, demands, or control)
one side finally capitulated when it became clear that they couldn't win the argument
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as in surrendering
to yield to the control or power of enemy forces
the city reluctantly capitulated to the invaders after a three-day siege
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Recent Examples of capitulating
Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
The two chip plays are outperforming at a time when other parts of the market are capitulating to AI disruption.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 17 Feb. 2026
These law firms have been criticized for arguably capitulating to the president and his desire to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion policies.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Tsai and Marks can at least point there — even if the Nets later compounded matters by capitulating to Harden in a deal for an injured Ben Simmons.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 20 Jan. 2026
But here, such altruistic considerations do not justify capitulating to a lawless authoritarian in the White House.
—Max Potter, Denver Post, 15 Jan. 2026
New York — On the surface of it, Disney’s plan to invest $1 billion in OpenAI while licensing its characters to Sora looks a bit like Goliath capitulating to David.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 11 Dec. 2025
Lawmakers claimed that banning state laws on AI is akin to capitulating to the technology industry at the expense of states’ rights.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 8 Dec. 2025
But the United States gains nothing from Ukraine capitulating to Russia.
—Sergey Radchenko, Foreign Affairs, 4 Dec. 2025
Verb
The willingness to settle the suit was largely seen as Paramount capitulating to Trump in order to get government approval of its merger with Skydance Media.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
The two chip plays are outperforming at a time when other parts of the market are capitulating to AI disruption.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 17 Feb. 2026
These law firms have been criticized for arguably capitulating to the president and his desire to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion policies.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 5 Feb. 2026
Tsai and Marks can at least point there — even if the Nets later compounded matters by capitulating to Harden in a deal for an injured Ben Simmons.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 20 Jan. 2026
But here, such altruistic considerations do not justify capitulating to a lawless authoritarian in the White House.
—Max Potter, Denver Post, 15 Jan. 2026
New York — On the surface of it, Disney’s plan to invest $1 billion in OpenAI while licensing its characters to Sora looks a bit like Goliath capitulating to David.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 11 Dec. 2025
Lawmakers claimed that banning state laws on AI is akin to capitulating to the technology industry at the expense of states’ rights.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 8 Dec. 2025
But the United States gains nothing from Ukraine capitulating to Russia.
—Sergey Radchenko, Foreign Affairs, 4 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for capitulating
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Trump also talks about Iran’s unconditional surrender without really detailing what those surrender terms might look like.—
Daniel DePetris,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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What does that look like, unconditional surrender?—
Major Garrett,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Yet Guardiola has not made his reputation as one of the greatest coaches in history by succumbing to end-of-season pressure.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Hind's cousin was later killed in another close-range attack, while Hind died several hours later after succumbing to wounds while waiting for help.—
Alexander Durie,
Time,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But UConn faltered in the second half, surrendering a 20-4 run and at one point going nearly eight minutes between field goals.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
7 Mar. 2026
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Second- and third-round picks usually only return depth players at the deadline, but Columbus has acquired a legitimate difference-maker with term beyond this season without surrendering a first-round pick or any prospects.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The eighth edition of the Joburg Film Festival wrapped Sunday, putting a bow on a busy week that saw organizers fielding a record 700 submissions from nearly 100 countries — a testament to their ongoing efforts to turn the growing event into the premier platform for cinema on the continent.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
9 Mar. 2026
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Then, the sound of our submission.—
Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Manager Herve Renard led them to an incredible victory over favourites Ivory Coast in the final, despite their opponents not conceding a goal during the entire tournament (Zambia won the trophy on penalties after a 0-0 draw).—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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And if this week has been any indication, the players may be closer to conceding ground than owners.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The deadline for submitting a bid for either of the two properties will be April 30.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Mar. 2026
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That scheme was carried out by submitting false and fraudulent applications for benefits under programs such as the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Program and other unemployment insurance programs.—
Chris Ramirez,
jsonline.com,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The company has previously rejected the court’s ruling and the Chinese government has accused Panama’s government of bowing to United States pressure.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Feb. 2026
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And there was certainly no sign any of the gubernatorial candidates plan to give up, bowing to concerns their large number could divide the Democratic vote and allow a pair of Republicans to slip through and emerge from California’s top-two primary.—
Mark Z. Barabak,
Mercury News,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Capitulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capitulating. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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