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to give over
phrasal verb
To stop doing something or to surrender
- 1After hours of arguing, he finally gave over.
- 2She decided to give over the project to someone else.
To give over means to quit or hand over control of something. It's like stopping what you're doing and letting someone else take charge. For example, if you give over your phone to a teacher, you stop using it and let them hold onto it.
Remember, giving over doesn't always mean physically handing something to someone else. It can also mean mentally surrendering control or stopping a certain behavior. So, it's not just about passing an object to someone else.
in a medical setting
A Change for Health
Paul
John, you really need to give over smoking for your health.
John
I know, Paul. It's just been really hard to stop.
Paul
I understand, but it's important to make the change now.
John
You're right. I'll try to focus on quitting this time.
during a community meeting
A Peaceful Gathering
Barbara
Donald, could you please give over the argument? It's getting too heated.
Donald
You're right, Barbara. Let's focus on the main topic instead.
Barbara
Thank you, Donald. It's important we all stay calm.
Donald
Agreed. Let's work together to find a solution.
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Similar to "to give over":
- 1surrender
- 2yield