1
as in admitting
to accept the truth or existence of (something) usually reluctantly
she grudgingly conceded his point
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2
as in succumbing
to cease resistance (as to another's arguments, demands, or control)
he conceded as soon as it became clear that he could not win
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Recent Examples of conceding
On territory, Ukraine says its constitution precludes it from conceding any land.
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Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
Another is the reaction by the German team, both to Thursday’s result but also to conceding the equalizer today.
—Manuel Veth, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
In a June court filing, prosecutor Tim Wagstaffe took the unusual step of conceding numerous issues raised by Buggs’ defense team that were central to Buggs’ 2016 conviction.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 6 Sep. 2025
The Kansas City Current have also scored a league-leading 36 goals, eight more than the Washington Spirit and San Diego Wave, while conceding just 10.
—Asli Pelit, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2025
And certainly, Ukraine conceding some of its territory already in Russian hands would have to be part of a final agreement.
—James Stavridis, Twin Cities, 19 Aug. 2025
Though that sentence could also have stopped after four words, the statistics really are bad — conceding around one goal every 10 corners faced.
—Jacob Whitehead, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
Another is the reaction by the German team, both to Thursday’s result but also to conceding the equalizer today.
—Manuel Veth, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
In a June court filing, prosecutor Tim Wagstaffe took the unusual step of conceding numerous issues raised by Buggs’ defense team that were central to Buggs’ 2016 conviction.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 6 Sep. 2025
The Kansas City Current have also scored a league-leading 36 goals, eight more than the Washington Spirit and San Diego Wave, while conceding just 10.
—Asli Pelit, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2025
And certainly, Ukraine conceding some of its territory already in Russian hands would have to be part of a final agreement.
—James Stavridis, Twin Cities, 19 Aug. 2025
Though that sentence could also have stopped after four words, the statistics really are bad — conceding around one goal every 10 corners faced.
—Jacob Whitehead, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conceding
Verb
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The case was settled without Tinder admitting fault.—
Eric Andersson,
People.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Under the terms of the new agreement — filed in July and approved by the Iowa State Board of Appeals on Tuesday, per the Register — the state will pay $85,000 to the plaintiffs to settle the case without admitting wrongdoing.—
Samantha Riedel,
Them.,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In late July, Kwame’s brother, Jabari, was also euthanized after succumbing to arthritis.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Californian took the first set against Ekaterina Alexandrova at last year’s tournament and had her vastly more experienced Russian opponent on the ropes on several occasions before eventually succumbing.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
27 Aug. 2025
Verb
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This could come in the form of flirty banter, a spontaneous run-in, or perhaps someone finally confessing their crush on you.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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The second season of the Netflix hit ended on a cliffhanger with Jackie finally confessing her feelings to Cole, but Alex hearing the confession.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Clay Holmes followed that up Wednesday by lasting four innings (plus two batters) and surrendering four runs.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
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Mazur exited after surrendering back-to-back singles with one out.—
Steve Gorten,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Acceptance involves acknowledging that there are no shortcuts to genuine understanding.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Speaking at a Goldman Sachs conference Wednesday, Murdoch said that the settlement will enable the company to act strategically, acknowledging the uncertainty that clouded the company while the legal battle over the Murdoch Family Trust ensued.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Ukraine has been submitting films for the international feature category since 1997 but has yet to secure a nomination.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 Sep. 2025
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Silva is coming off a dominant performance at UFC 314, submitting Bryce Mitchell in the second round.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Demerzel gasps, and for once Day isn’t preening in the mirror but bowing his head.—
JP Mangalindan,
Time,
12 Sep. 2025
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Theron also has Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey bowing next summer.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
12 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Conceding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conceding. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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