GIVES GROUND Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

gives ground

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present tense third-person singular of give ground

as in withdraws

to move back or away (as from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable) There is wildlife in the area, so give ground if you see any when hiking.

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Oppenheimer now forecasts a 5% increase in gross merchandise sales growth in the next two years, even as Etsy loses ground in the online handmade market.

— Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2026
Most political pundits believe Democrats will win control of the House, in large part because the party of a sitting president typically loses ground in midterm elections.

— Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 7 Aug. 2026

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However, the architect eventually gives way to use and function first, despite valuing the aesthetics at hand (not to mention, his collaborations with local artisans).

— Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 6 Sep. 2026
Her humdrum life gives way to beach bonfires at sunset (lensed by Tudor Vladimir Panduru and Fabian Gamper in stunning dusky blues and pinks) and skinny-dipping in the river.

— Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2026

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