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capitulate

[kuh-pich-uh-leyt] / kəˈpɪtʃ əˌleɪt /


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

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

The president told his White House team that Tehran would likely capitulate before closing the strait, the world’s most vital shipping lane.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

Some of Silverstein’s critics accused him of using frivolous lawsuits as a delaying tactic, forcing real estate developers to capitulate or risk huge financial losses.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 2, 2025

In case anyone wonders if there’s any point in taking a stand only to be forced to capitulate down the road, I would invite you to consider an episode from last summer.

From Salon • Nov. 13, 2025

That evening, I consulted with my friend and mentor, K.D., who felt that as a matter of principle I was correct to resign, and should not capitulate.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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