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gave

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/Ι‘eΙͺv/ English

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  1. (ditransitive) To move, shift, provide something abstract or concrete to someone or something or somewhere.
  2. (ditransitive) To estimate or predict (a duration or probability) for (something).β€œI give it a 95% chance of success.”
  3. To yield slightly when a force is applied.
  4. To collapse under pressure or force.β€œOne pillar gave, then more, and suddenly the whole floor pancaked onto the floor below.”

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