concede

Example Sentences

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It led a senior House Democrat, Virginia’s Don Beyer, to concede the tactic isn’t forcing any change and “in the meantime, we’re making people hurt.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

And though the primary was frequently ugly, Crockett was gracious enough to quickly concede and endorse Talarico.

From Slate • Mar. 7, 2026

The fear is a one-minute absence would make it far more likely a team could concede a goal when down to 10 players.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

Lawrence, just a day later, has to concede that Braff has a point.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

"Now, wolf girl, if you can put a name to me as well, then I must concede that you are truly our Hand's daughter."

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