concede

/kənˈsiːd/
verb
  1. To admit that something is true, often unwillingly.
    • The politician conceded that the policy needed changes.
    • After seeing the evidence, he had to concede that he was wrong.
    • She conceded that the other team had played better.
  2. To give up or yield something, such as a right, a point in an argument, or a game.
    • The company conceded to the workers' demands for better safety.
    • The chess player conceded the match after losing his queen.
    • He conceded the election when the results became clear.
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