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."
inseparable
give into
B1 informal inseparable transitive
A variant form of 'give in to,' meaning to yield to a temptation, demand, or feeling.
In plain English
To stop resisting something that is tempting you or pressuring you.
What does "give into" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Usage tip
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.
Words that pair with "give into"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
temptation pressure fear desire demands panic
How to conjugate "give into"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
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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