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relented

  • past participle
    of relent.
    relent
    verb (used without object)
    to soften in feeling, temper, or determination; become more mild, compassionate, or forgiving.
  • past tense form
    of relent.
    relent
    verb (used without object)
    to soften in feeling, temper, or determination; become more mild, compassionate, or forgiving.

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After some back and forth, McElwee relented, letting Adrian try his slow zooms and dynamic shots.

From Salon ● Jul. 24, 2026

While Platner—whose lead in the race had evaporated after a previous wave of stories about his relationship history—has not yet relented, he has suggested that he’s reassessing his run.

From Slate ● Jul. 7, 2026

But Sinner had made up his mind and, with his parents as advocates, Piatti relented.

From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026

Germany, which had opposed the release, relented partly out of solidarity with countries such as Japan that were hit hard by the disruption to oil markets, one official said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 19, 2026

It had relented about forty minutes after her prediction.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull