as in submission
the usually forced yielding of one's person or possessions to the control of another
his submitting of his own desires to the will of God
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as in succumbing
to cease resistance (as to another's arguments, demands, or control)
in the end he submitted and agreed to take that awful-tasting medicine
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as in bowing
to give up and cease resistance (as to a liking, temptation, or habit)
refusing to submit to sleep, she stayed by her son's hospital bed the whole night
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as in surrendering
to yield to the control or power of enemy forces
the fort's commander received orders not to submit under any circumstances, as reinforcements were on the way
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Recent Examples of submitting
Paloma Chavez, Sacbee.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2026
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
The days of Southern Black Christians submitting to second-class treatment in the house of the Lord had ended.
—Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026
Adams also faced scrutiny in Kentucky for allegedly falsifying documents and submitting fraudulent letters of recommendation.
—Beth Warren, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Mar. 2026
The agency blocked the company from submitting a marketing application and the dispute occurs as an increasing number of rare disease companies have come under heightened — and often contradictory — regulatory scrutiny.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 3 Mar. 2026
For those submitting paper returns, the IRS will consider them on time if they are correctly addressed, have sufficient postage, and are mailed and postmarked by the due date.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 2 Mar. 2026
Under the current system, dealers are required to first clear the sale by submitting the buyer's name to the FBI's National Instant Criminal Background Check System.
—Nina Totenberg, NPR, 2 Mar. 2026
In addition to submitting a bid for the 2028 Democratic convention, the city also submitted one for the 2032 event.
—Rick Pearson, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026
Noun
In May, the California Department of Insurance accused Halem of falsifying an accident report and submitting staged photos to back up the claim.
—Paloma Chavez, Sacbee.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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
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
The days of Southern Black Christians submitting to second-class treatment in the house of the Lord had ended.
—Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026
Adams also faced scrutiny in Kentucky for allegedly falsifying documents and submitting fraudulent letters of recommendation.
—Beth Warren, Nashville Tennessean, 3 Mar. 2026
The agency blocked the company from submitting a marketing application and the dispute occurs as an increasing number of rare disease companies have come under heightened — and often contradictory — regulatory scrutiny.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 3 Mar. 2026
For those submitting paper returns, the IRS will consider them on time if they are correctly addressed, have sufficient postage, and are mailed and postmarked by the due date.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 2 Mar. 2026
Under the current system, dealers are required to first clear the sale by submitting the buyer's name to the FBI's National Instant Criminal Background Check System.
—Nina Totenberg, NPR, 2 Mar. 2026
In addition to submitting a bid for the 2028 Democratic convention, the city also submitted one for the 2032 event.
—Rick Pearson, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for submitting
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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
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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
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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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In the aftermath of the shooting, video was posted on social media, and commenters raised concerns about police opening fire on a man who appeared in the video to be surrendering.—
Caleb Lunetta,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
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Chicagoans like us know something about living alongside violence without surrendering our civic identity.—
Andy Shaw,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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Everybunny Counts Rabbit Rescue is planning a major expansion at its Ellington facility later this year as the nonprofit faces increasing surrender requests.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
5 Mar. 2026
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Watson said the surrender of property would also ensure Delgado’s cooperation and prevent him from fleeing with the items.—
Silas Morgan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 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
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“Submitting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/submitting. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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