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The correct spelling is succumbs.

How to pronounce succumbs

verb

Say it like: Suc-cum-bs

The correct spelling is succumbs. To yield to an overpowering force or overwhelming desire. For example: "Thai culture as in many other Asian cultures, is succumbing to the influence of westernization."

Usage Examples

Thai culture as in many other Asian cultures, is succumbing to the influence of westernization.

succumb to pneumonia

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To yield to an overpowering force or overwhelming desire.
  2. 2.To give up, or give in.
  3. 3.To die.
  4. 4.To overwhelm or bring down.

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