Reference meaning

give way

verb·Reference

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move in order to make room for someone for something

Related source terms

move overgiveease up

Other meanings

2. verb

break down, literally or metaphorically

3. verb

end resistance, as under pressure or force

4. verb

stop operating or functioning

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