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acquiescence

[ak-wee-es-uhns] / ˌæk wiˈɛs əns /


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In response, many leaders in the private sector—as well as in philanthropy, media, law and academia—have responded not with criticism, but with acquiescence and accommodation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026

Call them the Fightin’ Chickens, a once-proud Irish program that demands acquiescence or it will take its ball and go home.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2025

His acquiescence ended a months-long pressure campaign against a handful of Republicans to get them to drop the bill.

From Barron's • Nov. 18, 2025

But the only legal effect of presidential acquiescence in such legislation is to make its provisions law—binding not merely on the president who signs a bill but on his or her successors.

From Slate • Jan. 29, 2025

Royce took it for acquiescence and tinned away.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin