capitulate
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But litigation and regulatory investigations are costly, and a lot of companies, corporate parents, make the decision that it is actually less painful to settle and to capitulate than it is to fight.
From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026
And when they capitulate one by one…the market goes the ‘illogical’ way for much longer than people can remain in the position.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026
“Iran will be forced to capitulate at some point,” writes BCA Research Chief Strategist Marko Papic.
From Barron's • Mar. 16, 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
I was ready to capitulate without a groan.
From "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Houston
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