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as in relinquishes
to give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress
the toddler surrendered the doll to her mother after a brief struggle the commander surrendered the garrison without having fired a single shot
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2
as in succumbs
to cease resistance (as to another's arguments, demands, or control)
the father refused to surrender to his son's constant begging for a BB gun
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as in resigns
to give up (as a position of authority) formally
the aging queen refused to surrender the throne to her increasingly impatient heir
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as in submits
to give up and cease resistance (as to a liking, temptation, or habit)
determined to give up smoking, she so far has not surrendered to her incessant desire to have a cigarette
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as in falls
to yield to the control or power of enemy forces
General Robert E. Lee surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant on April 9, 1865, thus ending the Civil War
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as in indulges
to give (oneself) over to something especially unrestrainedly
laid-off workers who surrender themselves to despair will almost certainly never regain their footing
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as in submissions
the usually forced yielding of one's person or possessions to the control of another
the police demanded the surrender of all hostages as a condition for allowing the hijackers safe passage out of the country
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Recent Examples of surrenders
Marlene Lenthang, ABC News, 14 May 2026
Stray animals or surrenders will no longer be accepted at police stations in most cases, and neighborhood rescues are no longer an option for officers.
—Charlie De Mar, CBS News, 12 May 2026
South African wages have barely grown in real terms over the last five years, and the typical low-income commuter already surrenders up to 40% of their monthly income to the minibus tax, while increases to the price of diesel will cascade into road freight and farm production.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 8 May 2026
When Kenobi surrenders and Vader swings his blade through Kenobi’s chest, Kenobi disappears.
—Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 4 May 2026
Just like that, Cassie surrenders her image to Maddy’s control.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 20 Apr. 2026
But Trump on Friday said that the United States wouldn’t end the war until Iran surrenders unconditionally.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 9 Mar. 2026
Andrew surrenders his Duke of York title.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026
Peter then surrenders to Catherine, who demands his explanation for going AWOL.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2026
The new Orlando shelter helps expand pet adoption opportunities while opening up capacity for pet surrenders, the pet food pantry and other community services.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2026
During the year, the spring/summer opens the doors to a spike in pet surrenders.
—Marvin Hurst, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2025
These surrenders might occur because of unpreparedness or life changes.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
In 2024, eight babies were surrendered to Alabama, for instance, four of whom were hospital surrenders and four of whom were left in baby boxes.
—Alana Semuels, Time, 8 Oct. 2025
The new surrenders came after Nashville Police arrested a 17-year-old Antioch teen one day earlier in connection with the incident.
—Craig Shoup, Nashville Tennessean, 4 Sep. 2025
Here are three key surrenders to make before the season ends.
—Renessa Boley Layne, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Verb
Alex Murdaugh surrenders Murdaugh turned himself in at the Hampton County Detention Center.
—Marlene Lenthang, ABC News, 14 May 2026
Stray animals or surrenders will no longer be accepted at police stations in most cases, and neighborhood rescues are no longer an option for officers.
—Charlie De Mar, CBS News, 12 May 2026
South African wages have barely grown in real terms over the last five years, and the typical low-income commuter already surrenders up to 40% of their monthly income to the minibus tax, while increases to the price of diesel will cascade into road freight and farm production.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 8 May 2026
When Kenobi surrenders and Vader swings his blade through Kenobi’s chest, Kenobi disappears.
—Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 4 May 2026
Just like that, Cassie surrenders her image to Maddy’s control.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 20 Apr. 2026
But Trump on Friday said that the United States wouldn’t end the war until Iran surrenders unconditionally.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 9 Mar. 2026
Andrew surrenders his Duke of York title.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026
Peter then surrenders to Catherine, who demands his explanation for going AWOL.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Noun
Advocates point to insufficient oversight and inadequate funding as systemic problems, while increased pet surrenders during economic downturns strain already overwhelmed rescues and shelters.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2026
The new Orlando shelter helps expand pet adoption opportunities while opening up capacity for pet surrenders, the pet food pantry and other community services.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2026
During the year, the spring/summer opens the doors to a spike in pet surrenders.
—Marvin Hurst, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2025
These surrenders might occur because of unpreparedness or life changes.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
In 2024, eight babies were surrendered to Alabama, for instance, four of whom were hospital surrenders and four of whom were left in baby boxes.
—Alana Semuels, Time, 8 Oct. 2025
The new surrenders came after Nashville Police arrested a 17-year-old Antioch teen one day earlier in connection with the incident.
—Craig Shoup, Nashville Tennessean, 4 Sep. 2025
Here are three key surrenders to make before the season ends.
—Renessa Boley Layne, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for surrenders
Verb
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Could this be the anarchic mind that emerges when the ego relinquishes its hold?—
Michael Pollan,
The Atlantic,
26 Jan. 2026
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If a player chooses not to negotiate with the Panthers, that player will be unable to sign elsewhere, unless Carolina relinquishes his rights by not offering him a tender.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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In the May 10 episode of Marshals, Kayce (Luke Grimes) and Cal (Logan Marshall-Green) lose another of their former Navy SEAL teammates, as Garrett (Riley Green) succumbs to his injuries from a fire.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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Inspired by a drawing made by his nephew, the work unfolds as a sequence of panels in which the titular child, Julian, succumbs to illness.—
Emilie Hardman,
JSTOR Daily,
6 May 2026
Verb
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If the sitting governor dies, resigns or is removed from office, then the lieutenant governor would assume the role.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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The 25th Amendment provides detailed procedures on what happens if a president resigns, dies in office, has a temporary disability or is no longer fit for office.—
Kirsten Matoy Carlson,
The Conversation,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Sure enough, when the latest round of vendor selection gets underway, the vendor submits their bid.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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Instead, the group submits invoices for services like marketing, for instance, to the TDC, which then pays the vendor directly.—
Sarah Perkel,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Teleportation indulges me due to time efficiency, being able to travel anywhere without cost, and just the experience of being anywhere as soon as someone needs me.—
Rick Cantu,
Austin American Statesman,
7 Apr. 2026
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Her girlfriend — a writer who understands the emotional and mental demands of creating — indulges her interests.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Course content, submissions and credentials were not compromised, the company said.—
Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
12 May 2026
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All three were selected from the year’s 5,100 submissions hailing from 133 countries and regions, and from a shortlist spanning 20 areas and a range of mediums including ceramics, woodwork, textiles, furniture, bookbinding, glass, metal, jewelry and lacquer.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
Verb
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Brisket is a tough, richly marbled cut that only turns tender after hours of low-and-slow cooking, when connective tissue breaks down and fat renders into the meat.—
Paula Disbrowe,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
18 May 2026
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Visually, the fighter renders and arenas make EA UFC 6 and even more visually impressive title than EA UFC 5.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
Verb
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The mayor concedes some residents have concerns about the impact the gondola may have on the character of their quiet town.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
30 Apr. 2026
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Nationally, the left often concedes first in the name of pragmatism, while more conservative factions hold firm and extract concessions.—
Darius Khalil Gordon,
New York Daily News,
7 Apr. 2026
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