acquiesced
Americanverb
Etymology
Origin of acquiesced
Example Sentences
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The Motion Picture Association and the U.S. ambassador to Canada had pressed the country to change the policy, and the government acquiesced late Wednesday.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
It felt like he had that level of power, and everyone essentially acquiesced and you had this sort of anticipatory obedience.
From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026
That means U.S. air operations could expand Japan’s involvement, if Tokyo acquiesced.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025
We acquiesced and drove up Woodcliff Road, forgetting all about picking up another Mike at his parents’ garage for our trip.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2025
“That I’m not!” acquiesced Laurie, with an expression of humility quite new to him, as he dropped his eyes and absently wound Jo’s apron tassel round his finger.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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