eventually succumb

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  • After a long illness, he eventually succumbed to his injuries.
  • Despite their best efforts, the city eventually succumbed to the invaders.
  • The old building, neglected for years, eventually succumbed to the storm.
  • She fought against the temptation for weeks, but eventually succumbed.
  • The small business, unable to compete with larger corporations, eventually succumbed to bankruptcy.
  • Many soldiers eventually succumbed to the harsh conditions of the war.
  • The once vibrant ecosystem eventually succumbed to pollution.
  • He resisted the pressure to compromise his values, but eventually succumbed.
  • The ancient oak tree, weakened by disease, eventually succumbed to the strong winds.
  • They tried to hold out, but eventually succumbed to the overwhelming odds.