Give up and Skirmish with

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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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Skirmish with is an antonym for give up.

Skirmish with verb - To oppose (someone) in physical conflict.

Usage example: for years the Apache leader had been skirmishing with the Mexicans, who were responsible for his nickname, Geronimo

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Give up is an antonym for skirmish with.

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