relenting

Example Sentences

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He made that argument repeatedly, starting several decades ago and relenting only recently.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 24, 2025

Amazon, seemingly confident that the price will be small, has shown no signs of relenting.

From Salon • Dec. 19, 2024

At just 5ft 3in, what pressure-fighter Ball lacks in height he makes up with a relenting style, which was clear from the off.

From BBC • Oct. 5, 2024

“He led with compassion and wisdom, always putting the people first and never relenting in his pursuit of justice and equality,” San Francisco Mayor London Breed said in a statement.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 23, 2024

“Oh, all right, come in, then, come in,” said Slughorn, relenting.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling