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concede
Synonyms and Antonyms of concede
1
to accept the truth or existence of (something) usually reluctantly
come clean (about)
2
to cease resistance (as to another's arguments, demands, or control)
say uncle, throw in the towel (also throw in the sponge)
Synonym Discussion of concede
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- granted them a new hearing
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- even her critics concede she can be charming
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- vouchsafed the secret to only a few chosen disciples
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- accorded all the honors befitting a head of state
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- awarded the company a huge defense contract
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