- present participle of relent.
relenting
Example Sentences
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Iran’s leaders aren’t showing signs of relenting despite the continued attacks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
He made that argument repeatedly, starting several decades ago and relenting only recently.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 24, 2025
UC says it negotiated over government asks to provide employee data — first offering redacted files — before relenting.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2025
The uncertainty and difficulties that have followed Sterling's career for 12 months show no sign of relenting.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2025
“I ... I was just looking . . .” “Looking . . . ?” She smiled suddenly, relenting a little.
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
