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accede to |
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accede to something 1. to agree to the terms or demands that someone has stated. We cannot accede to your demands. 2. to assume a position of power or authority; to begin serving in one's official capacity. She acceded to the office of mayor in January. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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This decision was, that he ought to accede to the woman's request and that her faith might save her son. I rather wished, than believed him to be sincere-- but, at any rate, was perfectly ready to accede to his proposal. When he had explained his wishes to the chief, the latter, though at heart hating and fearing Muda Saffir, dared not refuse; but to a second proposition he offered strong opposition until the rajah threatened to wipe out his entire tribe should he not accede to his demands. |
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