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Succumb

/səˈkʌm/
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(verb) To yield to an overpowering force or overwhelming desire.

He was weak enough to succumb to temptation.
Endeavor to reach your objectives and do not succumb to failures.
CEFR Practice Quiz
It is important not to ____ to pressure from others and to always stay true to your own values today.

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