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as in to submit
to cease resistance (as to another's arguments, demands, or control)
he finally succumbed and let his wife get rid of his dilapidated easy chair
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2
as in to surrender
to give up and cease resistance (as to a liking, temptation, or habit)
refused to succumb to her fears and defiantly walked through the dark cemetery
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as in to die
to stop living
the patient lay so still and pale that everyone thought he had succumbed, and then he opened his eyes
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as in to capitulate
to yield to the control or power of enemy forces
the doctor worked tirelessly until finally he, too, succumbed to the fever
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Recent Examples of succumb
Hogan would eventually succumb to The Rock, but received a curtain call from the stadium in quite possibly the most unfollowable match in WrestleMania history.
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Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Hulk Hogan, a larger-than-life wrestler known for his showmanship, succumbed to cardiac arrest after a career marked by digital hoaxes and a landmark battle against online exploitation
Hulk Hogan died today, reportedly of cardiac arrest, at age 71 in Clearwater, Fla.
—Deni Ellis Béchard, Scientific American, 24 July 2025
But the study builds on existing evidence that over time, mutations in these pathogens helped strengthen the immune systems of the nomads that were among the first to get sick, while more stagnant farmers and hunter-gatherers succumbed to the new diseases.
—Christian Thorsberg, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 July 2025
McKinley succumbed eight days later, and was succeeded by Theodore Roosevelt.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 18 July 2025
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Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
Hulk Hogan, a larger-than-life wrestler known for his showmanship, succumbed to cardiac arrest after a career marked by digital hoaxes and a landmark battle against online exploitation
Hulk Hogan died today, reportedly of cardiac arrest, at age 71 in Clearwater, Fla.
—Deni Ellis Béchard, Scientific American, 24 July 2025
But the study builds on existing evidence that over time, mutations in these pathogens helped strengthen the immune systems of the nomads that were among the first to get sick, while more stagnant farmers and hunter-gatherers succumbed to the new diseases.
—Christian Thorsberg, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 July 2025
McKinley succumbed eight days later, and was succeeded by Theodore Roosevelt.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 18 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for succumb
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With that filing, Duke must wait at least 120 days to submit a formal application for a certificate of public convenience and necessity.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
25 July 2025
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The new program allows customers nationwide to submit their ideas for new Whopper sandwiches on the chain's official website.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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The stamp — which features a detailed image of the British troops surrendering — caught Bob Chisholm’s eye and started his love of stamp collecting.—
Lillian Ashworth,
Oc Register,
1 Aug. 2025
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Meanwhile, the Twins’ offense had few answers for Boston starter Lucas Giolito, who pitched six innings and surrendered one run on Lee’s double to bring home Bader.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
30 July 2025
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The Dallas County Medical Examiner’s Office will identify the two people who died.—
Samara Gerstle,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 July 2025
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If their parents died, the sisters would split their inheritance.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
14 July 2025
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But for the purpose of examining this objection fairly, let it be conceded, that the principle, claimed for its support, is established.—
Liz Tracey,
JSTOR Daily,
29 July 2025
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Lana conceded Shasta’s behavioral issues, rooted in her trauma, were so severe that only a residential treatment program could save her.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
29 July 2025
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Grable, who has been rotating in at first-team right tackle all camp with Spencer Brown sidelined, yielded yet another vote of confidence from the team by being trusted with the Anderson role.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
2 Aug. 2025
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The resort said the effort required 150 employees — and yielded some unusual finds.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Members of my family who did not make that decision perished.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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His grandfather Daniel was a miner who would perish in an underground accident, and his great uncle George owned a minstrel show that toured Western mining camps.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
31 July 2025
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Many will not budge off of Jordan being the best player of all-time, but there are also many who will argue tooth and nail that James deserves the title.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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Molson Coors Beer maker Molson Coors Beverage Co. (TAP) was on this list a year ago, and its stock price has barely budged since then.—
John Dorfman,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Pair them with billowy blouses to close out the summer, then whip out your favorite chunky knit sweaters come fall for a stylish, boho look.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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Then the tarp came out as rain that had been falling around Bristol much of Saturday turned heavy and delayed the start.—
Teresa M. Walker,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Aug. 2025
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“Succumb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/succumb. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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