Meaning Of The Word Relent

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Relent Meaning

Relent Definition
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What's The Definition Of Relent?

relent
verb: If you relent, you allow someone to do something that you had previously refused to allow them to do.

relent in American English
to cause to relent
to soften in temper, resolution, etc.; become less severe, stern, or stubborn
intransitive verb: to soften in feeling, temper, or determination; become more mild, compassionate, or forgiving
transitive verb: to cause to soften in feeling, temper, or determination

relent in British English
to change one's mind about some decided course, esp a harsh one; become more mild or amenable

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