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conceding

/kənˈsɛdɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does conceding mean?

verb

To admit or acknowledge defeat, or to give in to a demand or request. To yield or surrender something, often reluctantly.

Example

"After losing the game, the team was conceding defeat and packing up their equipment."

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