give into
B1 informal inseparable transitive
In simple words
To stop resisting something that is tempting you or pressuring you.
Meanings
1 B1
idiomatic
informal
To stop resisting a temptation, desire, or external pressure and allow it to control your behavior.
"She tried to stick to her diet but gave into her craving for chocolate."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Many grammarians consider 'give into' a non-standard form of 'give in to.' However, it is widely used in informal speech and writing. ESL learners should be aware that 'give in to' is the more formally accepted spelling. Both forms are understood by native speakers.
Commonly used with
temptation pressure fear desire demands panic
Forms
Base
give into
I/you/we/they
3rd person
gives into
he/she/it
Past simple
gave into
yesterday
Past participle
given into
have + pp
-ing form
giving into
continuous
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