yield
1 of 2verb/ji:ld/
Forms:yields,yielding,yielded,yielded
1
to stop fighting something or someone
- After hours of intense debate, the opposition party decided to yield and support the proposed legislation.
- Despite their initial resistance, the rebels eventually yielded and surrendered to the government troops.
- The army's defenses were weakened, and they had no choice but to yield to the advancing enemy forces.
- The boxer refused to yield, even after receiving multiple blows to the head.
- The protesters were determined to make their voices heard and vowed not to yield until their demands were met.
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2
(of a farm or an industry) to grow or produce a crop or product
C1transitive- The apple orchard typically yields a bountiful harvest each year.
- Despite the harsh weather conditions, the vineyard continued to yield high-quality grapes for wine production.
- The fertile soil in this region yields abundant crops of wheat and corn.
- Through sustainable farming practices, the organic garden yielded a diverse array of vegetables throughout the growing season.
- This vineyard yields high-quality grapes that are used to produce exceptional wines.
3
to give up or hand over control, often a territory or authority, to someone else
transitive- The defeated army had to yield control of the territory to the victorious forces.
- While tensions were escalating, one side was yielding territory to avoid further conflict.
- During the conflict, one side had to yield control of key resources to the opposing force.
- The company was compelled to yield ownership of the disputed land in the legal settlement.
- The ruler chose to yield power peacefully to a new government, avoiding conflict.
4
to give or provide a result, often as a reaction to something that happened
transitive- The negotiations between the two countries finally yielded a peace agreement.
- The study yielded significant findings that could advance medical research.
- His efforts to improve the project finally yielded positive feedback from the team.
- The new marketing strategy yielded impressive sales figures in the first quarter.
- The investment yielded high returns, exceeding the initial expectations.
5
to bend, break, or collapse under force or stress
- The bridge began to yield under the weight of the heavy trucks.
- The metal frame started to yield when the pressure increased.
- The old building’s walls began to yield as the earthquake shook the foundation.
- The scaffolding started to yield when the workers placed too many materials on it.
- The structure began to yield as the pressure from the wind intensified.
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6
to formally give up one's time or turn to speak, allowing another person to address the assembly or audience
- The speaker politely yielded to the opposition leader to respond to the question.
- She yielded to the chairperson, signaling the end of her remarks.
- In a show of unity, the representative yielded to his opponent to share their perspective.
- The senator yielded to her colleague for further discussion on the bill.
- During the debate, he yielded to another representative to present their argument.
7
to allow another vehicle or pedestrian to go before you by giving them priority
transitive- The driver yielded his place to the emergency vehicle rushing by.
- I yielded my right of way to the other car at the roundabout.
- The driver yielded his lane to the oncoming car.
- At the crosswalk, she yielded the right of way to the pedestrians.
- He yielded the exit ramp to the car in front of him.
8
to stop resisting and allow oneself to be persuaded, influenced, or moved by an appeal, argument, or force
- She refused to yield to his demands, standing firm in her decision.
- The stubborn child eventually yielded to his mother’s gentle persuasion.
- The manager yielded to the team's request for a more flexible schedule.
- He tried to resist, but his heart yielded to her heartfelt plea.
- She wouldn't yield to his charm, no matter how hard he tried.
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9
to willingly give oneself up to a person, power, or situation, often indicating submission or surrender
transitive- After years of resistance, he yielded himself to the discipline of a strict routine.
- She yielded herself to the moment, embracing the chaos around her.
- The monk yielded himself to a life of simplicity and prayer.
- The prisoner chose to yield himself to the judge’s mercy, confessing everything.
- He yielded himself to his mentor's guidance, trusting in their wisdom.
10
to generate or provide a return or profit from an investment
transitive- The investment in stocks yielded a significant profit after just a few months.
- The project yielded a great return on investment, far exceeding expectations.
- The savings account yielded a small but steady interest over time.
- The real estate market yielded higher rental income than anticipated.
- The charity event yielded enough funds to support the cause for a year.
11
to give way or surrender to another vehicle or person, typically while driving
- Drivers must yield to pedestrians at crosswalks to ensure their safety.
- The car yielded to the ambulance, allowing it to pass quickly through the heavy traffic.
- The cyclist yielded to the car approaching from behind and moved to the side of the road.
- Please yield to merging traffic when entering the highway to prevent accidents.