concede
Example Sentences
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Bangladesh's largest Islamist party conceded defeat in elections on Saturday, despite earlier alleging problems with the vote count, clearing the way for nationalist leader Tarique Rahman to become prime minister.
From Barron's
"Love people the way they want to be loved," she says, although she concedes that ultimately money is at the heart of it.
From BBC
Chief Louvre architect Francois Chatillon conceded in front of MPs in November that the building was "not in a good state".
From Barron's
Jofra Archer retains the new ball duties despite conceding 90 runs from his eight overs in the two matches in Mumbai.
From Barron's
But he does concede that could take some time.
From Barron's
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