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conceding

Prononciation : [kənˈsiːdɪŋ]

Mot

Contexte : « reach agreement »

(verb) to admit that something is true or that you have lost a point in a discussion. It happens when someone recognizes that another person's argument is correct or when they agree to something after not wanting to.

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After a long debate, she finally conceded that her opponent had a good point.

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He never conceded that he was wrong, even when the evidence was clear.

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Will you concede that we need to find a better solution?

Contexte : « competition »

(verb) to give up or accept that you will not win in a game, match, or situation. This means you recognize that you can't succeed and let the other person or team have the win.

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They conceded defeat gracefully after an exciting match.

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She didn't concede defeat even when the game was almost over.

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Do you think they will concede if they fall too far behind?

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