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give in — 2 meanings

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phrasal verb2 meanings
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agree reluctantly

After hours of begging, her parents finally gave in and let her go to the party.

submit work

Please give in your completed forms to the front desk by Friday.

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1. agree reluctantly

B1neutralspoken

To finally agree to do something you did not want to do, usually after being pressured or persuaded.

After hours of begging, her parents finally gave in and let her go to the party.

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2. submit work

C1neutralspoken

To hand something (such as an assignment, report, or official document) to someone in authority, especially as required or expected.

Please give in your completed forms to the front desk by Friday.

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