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capitulate

[kuh-pich-uh-leyt] / kəˈpɪtʃ əˌleɪt /


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“Iran will be forced to capitulate at some point,” writes BCA Research Chief Strategist Marko Papic.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

The president told his White House team that Tehran would likely capitulate before closing the strait, the world’s most vital shipping lane.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 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

I was ready to capitulate without a groan.

From "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Houston