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give up

The correct spelling is give up.

How to pronounce give up

verb

Say it like: Jiv-e u-p

The correct spelling is give up. To surrender (someone or something) For example: "He was surrounded, so gave himself up."

Usage Examples

He was surrounded, so gave himself up.

They gave up the search when it got dark.

He gave up his seat to an old man.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To surrender (someone or something)
  2. 2.To stop or quit (an activity, etc.)
  3. 3.To relinquish (something)
  4. 4.To lose hope concerning (someone or something)
  5. 5.To abandon (someone or something)

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