Definition of "relents" [relents]

• Plural form of relent. (noun)
• Third-person singular simple present indicative form of relent. (verb)

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• "The revolt over the flagship welfare bill has spread to the Tory ranks, with a senior peer in the party threatening to lead a rebellion unless the government relents over plans to charge single parents for access to the Child Support Agency."
• "The face-off has shown no signs of abating, as the Senate Democrats insist they will not return to the capitol unless Walker relents on his plans to curb unions' collective bargaining rights."
• "Dr. Edna reminds her that she's child psychiatrist and though she first recommends a more appropriate colleague, she relents."