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Verb relent has 1 sense
- yield, relent, soften - give in, as to influence or pressure
Sample sentence:
Sam and Sue relent
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Definitions from the Web
Relent
Part of Speech: verb
Sense 1: to become less severe, harsh, or strict
Usage:
- The rain finally relented, and we were able to go outside.
- After months of negotiation, the strict teacher relented and allowed the students to have a class party.
Sense 2: to give in to someone's request, demands, or persuasion
Usage:
- He kept asking for a raise, and eventually, the boss relented and gave him a small increase.
- I begged my parents to let me go to the concert, and they finally relented.
Sense 3: to become more compassionate or forgiving
Usage:
- At first, she was angry at her friend, but after hearing her apology, she relented and forgave her.
- Although hesitant at first, he relented and offered help to the homeless man.
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