Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-give-way
phrasal verb
/tə ˈɡɪv weɪ/
Definition
To yield or surrender to someone or something, especially in a physical or metaphorical sense.
Examples
When driving, it’s important to give way to oncoming traffic at intersections.
She decided to give way to her friend’s ideas during the discussion, valuing their input.
In a debate, it’s sometimes necessary to give way to stronger arguments presented by others.
Meaning
The act of allowing another person or object to take precedence or control, often implying an act of concession or submission.
Synonyms
- yield
- surrender
- submit
- defer
