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verb

1. 1

   To yield to persistent persuasion.

   “The mother gave way to her crying child.”

2. 2

   To collapse or break under physical stresses.

   “After years of neglect, the rusty old bridge could give way at any time.”

3. 3

   To be followed, succeeded, or replaced by.

   “Winter gave way to spring.”

4. 4

   To give precedence to other road users.

   “At the crossing, cars must give way to pedestrians.”

5. 5

   To allow another person to intervene to make a point or ask a question whilst one is delivering a speech.

6. 6

   (as command to the crew) To begin rowing.