give way

Verb

  • To yield to persistent persuasion.
  • To collapse or break under physical stresses.
  • To be followed, succeeded, or replaced by.
  • To give precedence to other road users.
  • To allow another person to intervene to make a point or ask a question whilst one is delivering a speech.
  • To allow the expression of (a pent-up emotion, grief, etc.).
  • To begin rowing.

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