relent
verb (used without object)
to soften in feeling, temper, or determination; become more mild, compassionate, or forgiving.
had relented
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past perfectof relent.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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The party had relented only after a public outcry.
From Reuters ● Dec. 26, 2021
By Wednesday, the government had relented and allowed 50 people at funerals.
From Washington Post ● May 15, 2020
Though the drenching rains had relented by the close of the first performance and held off until the last had ended, the air remained heavy all day.
From New York Times ● Jun. 15, 2014
She had relented as a reward because he was doing so well at school.
From BBC ● Jan. 2, 2011
It had relented about forty minutes after her prediction.
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
