GIVES OVER (TO) Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

gives over (to)

verb

Definition of gives over (to) next

present tense third-person singular of give over (to)

as in gives in

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gives in

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And when Frida’s interest seems to go beyond the, um, strictly professional, Gabrielle, after a moment’s resistance, gives in to it.

— Jon Frosch, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
Benji gives in to whatever Jake wants, desperate not to rock the boat, while Jake frequently pilots their relationship, taking control without giving much thought to Benji and his desires.

— David Opie, IndieWire, 4 May 2026

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“Gives over (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gives%20over%20%28to%29. Accessed 29 May. 2026.

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