acquiescing

Example Sentences

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Acquiescing to the terms and conditions seems like the cost of keeping up with the pace of innovation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

Let’s call this type the Acquiescing Codependent, sometimes known as the “Pleaser.”

From Salon • Jun. 24, 2017

Acquiescing in the wishes of all around him, the expedition drew off from the island, making the best of its way back to the place from which it had last sailed.

From The Crater by Cooper, James Fenimore

Acquiescing, Rathbawne drew Natalie close to him, passing one arm across her shoulders, so that his gnarled hand rested firmly on the delicate fabric of her sleeve.

From The Lieutenant-Governor A Novel by Carryl, Guy Wetmore

Acquiescing in his wish, I said to my boy, "What do I hold in my hand?"

From The Lock and Key Library The most interesting stories of all nations: Real life by Hawthorne, Julian