See the Dictionary Definition 
Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for giving way (to)
taking out
Verb
-
Junior Caminero singled, and manager Kevin Cash took somewhat of a gamble by taking out his top slugger to Richie Palacios could pinch run.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026 -
The Golden Bears, looking for their first NCAA title, knocked off Hawaii, 15-10, in a quarterfinal before taking out top-seeded defending champion Stanford, 13-11, in the semifinals to advance to their second final in three seasons.—
Oc Register,
Oc Register,
27 Apr. 2026
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Cite this Entry
“Giving way (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/giving%20way%20%28to%29. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
