capitulate
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If he did this, however, Tehran would be unlikely to capitulate.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
“Iran will be forced to capitulate at some point,” writes BCA Research Chief Strategist Marko Papic.
From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026
First, he could capitulate to U.S. demands to halt Iran’s nuclear enrichment program.
From Salon • Jan. 11, 2026
Some of Silverstein’s critics accused him of using frivolous lawsuits as a delaying tactic, forcing real estate developers to capitulate or risk huge financial losses.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 2, 2025
In reality, as he saw now, he had been ready to capitulate long before he had taken the decision.
From "1984" by George Orwell
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