capitulate

Example Sentences

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Eastern Time on Tuesday — telling one reporter that “very little” would be off the table if Tehran doesn’t capitulate.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

“Iran will be forced to capitulate at some point,” writes BCA Research Chief Strategist Marko Papic.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

In their previous meeting, Motherwell were 2-1 up only to capitulate thanks to a rare defensive lapse.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026

If a tender offer looks like it has widespread support, boards of the company being sold tend to capitulate and negotiate a deal before the deadline.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 8, 2025

Sabata was opposed to the Bantu Authorities and would not capitulate, but my visitors were afraid that Matanzima would depose him, which is eventually what happened.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela