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raise the white flag

Idiom War

Meaning

to surrender or give up

Example Sentences

"After several failed attempts, he finally raised the white flag."

Related Expressions

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quiet or calm people often have deep thoughts or emotions

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to become very successful or famous

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to return to reality after being excited or daydreaming

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