1
as in relinquishing
to give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress
was in so much debt he had to give up his house and move into a cheaper apartment
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2
as in abandoning
to stop doing (something) permanently
I hope you won't give up playing the piano
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as in succumbing
to yield to the control or power of enemy forces
with the prospect of a renewed enemy attack, the regiment decided to simply give up
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as in indulging
to give (oneself) over to something especially unrestrainedly
even in the darkest days of her troubled marriage, she refused to give herself up to feelings of utter hopelessness
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as in surrender
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Recent Examples of giving up
Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 7 Sep. 2025
But then the unit faltered, giving up a 14-yard play to Quentin Johnston on the next down.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 6 Sep. 2025
Everything else is printed with biodegradable or recycled filament, cutting plastic use without giving up structural performance.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2025
When the existing state of land is different from its highest and best use, giving up the opportunity to develop the land forgoes substantial value.
—Peter J Reilly, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Right-hander Kenley Jansen remains on the roster, three days after struggling through side discomfort while giving up the go-ahead run in a loss to the Cincinnati Reds.
—Doug Padilla, Oc Register, 23 Aug. 2025
Friday night, Senzatela wasn’t good, but hung around for four innings, giving up five runs on eight hits.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 23 Aug. 2025
Phoenix allowed a whopping 59 points in the first half before tightening the screws and giving up just 32 in the second half en route to a 98-91 win.
—Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
However the way the building has been managed is likely to change in the ways that the Civic Center Authority Board has pushed for, with the Community Center giving up its past role as de facto landlord, including subleasing space to other organizations in the building.
—Bob Skolnik, Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2025
Noun
All while allowing just 303 yards, after giving up nearly 600 (586) the week prior.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 7 Sep. 2025
But then the unit faltered, giving up a 14-yard play to Quentin Johnston on the next down.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 6 Sep. 2025
Everything else is printed with biodegradable or recycled filament, cutting plastic use without giving up structural performance.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2025
When the existing state of land is different from its highest and best use, giving up the opportunity to develop the land forgoes substantial value.
—Peter J Reilly, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
Right-hander Kenley Jansen remains on the roster, three days after struggling through side discomfort while giving up the go-ahead run in a loss to the Cincinnati Reds.
—Doug Padilla, Oc Register, 23 Aug. 2025
Friday night, Senzatela wasn’t good, but hung around for four innings, giving up five runs on eight hits.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 23 Aug. 2025
Phoenix allowed a whopping 59 points in the first half before tightening the screws and giving up just 32 in the second half en route to a 98-91 win.
—Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
However the way the building has been managed is likely to change in the ways that the Civic Center Authority Board has pushed for, with the Community Center giving up its past role as de facto landlord, including subleasing space to other organizations in the building.
—Bob Skolnik, Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for giving up
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His mother would soon pass, and Agee hadn’t had the opportunity to find a new place to live after relinquishing his apartment pre-Suicide Squad.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Aug. 2025
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While a strong federal government may be central to the Democratic Party's identity, maintaining that objective likely requires relinquishing control from the capital and encouraging state politicos to explore new ways to achieve success.—
Alex J. Rouhandeh,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Companies that committed to DEI efforts and made public statements are now pulling back from those policies, editing their websites, disbanding employee resource groups, and quietly abandoning inclusive hiring goals.—
C200,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Importantly, the company is also abandoning its plan to build a competitor to the cellular Starlink service.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In late July, Kwame’s brother, Jabari, was also euthanized after succumbing to arthritis.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Californian took the first set against Ekaterina Alexandrova at last year’s tournament and had her vastly more experienced Russian opponent on the ropes on several occasions before eventually succumbing.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
27 Aug. 2025
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And, heck, even Friday, particularly with Travis Kelce indulging and inciting fans at Neo Quimica Arena with dance moves during warmups before the Chiefs took on the Los Angeles Chargers.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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This isn’t about indulging individual preferences, but rather maximizing human potential.—
Neil Henderson,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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And in that surrender, curiosity returns.—
Chris Schembra,
Rolling Stone,
8 Sep. 2025
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Under today’s Pisces lunar eclipse, surrender makes space for better things.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The temperature has to be so low that atoms emit no infrared radiation, rendering traditional thermal imaging ineffective.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Sep. 2025
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The gamble backfired, with the LDP losing seats in parliament and rendering it unable to form a majority government even with its coalition partners.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Everyday New Yorkers are not giving up, are not giving in, are not surrendering.—
John Santucci,
ABC News,
5 Sep. 2025
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The suspect then stumbled and dropped his wig before surrendering, the news outlet reported.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
31 Aug. 2025
Verb
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My Indian grandmother is turning in her grave.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
26 Aug. 2025
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Wheels began turning in Vivi's mind.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Giving up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giving%20up. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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