Give up and Prevail over

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Give up verb - To give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress.

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Prevail over is an antonym for give up.

Prevail over verb - To achieve a victory over.

Usage example: prevailed over their traditional rivals for the first time in years

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Give up is an antonym for prevail over in topics: overcome, conquer in military manner.

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