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relinquish
verb(re-lin-quish)
part with a possession or right
Synonyms: free, give up, release, resign,
Examples:
I am relinquishing my bedroom to the long-term house guest.
relinquish
verb(re-lin-quish)
do without or cease to hold or adhere to
Synonyms: dispense with, forego, foreswear, forgo, waive,
Examples:
Relinquish the old ideas.
relinquish
verb(re-lin-quish)
release, as from one's grip
Synonyms: let go, let go of, release,
Examples:
Relinquish your grip on the rope--you won't fall.
relinquish
verb(re-lin-quish)
turn away from; give up
Synonyms: foreswear, quit, renounce,

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