Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank with the appropriate word/phrase.

The mounting pressure was so overwhelming that he ultimately ______ to her wish.

  1. agreed in

  2. cowed in

  3. gave in

  4. yielded in

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The phrasal verb 'gave in' means to cease resistance or to yield under pressure. While 'yielded' is a synonym, it is usually used without 'in' in this context. 'Agreed in' and 'cowed in' are not standard idiomatic expressions for this situation.