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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gave way (to)
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Barcelona and Real Madrid took out huge loans to redevelop their homes.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025 -
According to police, a physical fight then ensued when Hampton took out a handgun and allegedly shot Simpson three times.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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Tim Skipper called with swagger, Jerry Neuheisel schemed like a gambler and Kevin Coyle unleashed a defense that hunted in packs.—
Ira Gorawara,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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For the real monomaniacs, this album has unleashed a bounty of dissection opportunities.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Gave way (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gave%20way%20%28to%29. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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