Break and Relent

Break

Break verb - To cause to separate into pieces usually suddenly or forcibly.

Relent and break are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Relent" instead a verb "Break".

Relent

Relent verb - To cease resistance (as to another's arguments, demands, or control).

Break and relent are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Break" instead a verb "Relent".

Nearby Word: relenting
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