Concede to (someone or something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "concede to (someone or something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Yourpig Huyen calendar 2021-08-11 08:08

Meaning of Concede to (someone or something)

Concede to (someone or something) phrasal verb

Used when you yield to someone or give something away, or unwillingly let someone have something. 

My brother is very generous. He always concedes to what I want.

My darling's so stubborn; therefore, I sometimes concede to her behavior.

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To surrender.

Grammar and Usage of Concede to (someone or something)

The verb "concede" should be conjugated according to its tense.

More examples:

I have conceded to this boy so much that he doesn't listen to me.

Origin of Concede to (someone or something)

The origin of this expression is not clear.

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