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Definition

noun
  1. Stay; stop; delay.
  2. A relenting.
verb
  1. To become less severe or intense; to become less hard, harsh, or cruel; to soften in temper
    “He had planned to ground his son for a month, but relented and decided to give him a stern lecture instead.”
  2. To slacken; to abate.
    “He will not relent in his effort to reclaim his victory.”
  3. To lessen, make less severe or intense.

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