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Submit

səbˈmɪt
Very common
~ 2300
~ 2300, Very common
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
To present or hand in something for a decision or approval, To yield to the authority, control, or power of another, To subject oneself to a particular process, treatment, or situation

Submit - Meanings

To present or hand in something for a decision or approval

Example: She submitted her report to the supervisor for review.
Usage: formalContext: academic or professional settings
Note: Commonly used in contexts where documents, assignments, or proposals are handed over for evaluation or consideration.

To yield to the authority, control, or power of another

Example: The country agreed to submit to the terms of the peace treaty.
Usage: formalContext: diplomatic or legal discussions
Note: Often used in situations where one party agrees to abide by the rules or decisions of another entity.

To subject oneself to a particular process, treatment, or situation

Example: He decided to submit his application for the job opening.
Usage: neutralContext: job applications or requests
Note: Can be used in various contexts where individuals voluntarily put themselves forward for consideration or participation.

Submit's synonyms

surrender

Surrender implies giving up or yielding to a more powerful force or authority.
Example: The enemy forces were forced to surrender.
Note: Submit often involves willingly yielding to a request or authority, while surrender implies giving up in the face of a stronger force.

yield

Yield means to produce or provide a result, often in response to a demand or pressure.
Example: The farmer's fields yielded a bountiful harvest.
Note: Submitting usually involves complying with a request or directive, while yielding can also refer to producing a physical output.

concede

Concede means to admit that something is true or valid, especially after initially denying or resisting it.
Example: After a long debate, he finally conceded defeat.
Note: Submitting generally involves following instructions or giving in, while conceding often involves acknowledging the correctness of an opposing viewpoint.

comply

Comply means to act in accordance with a rule, request, or command.
Example: All employees must comply with the company's safety regulations.
Note: Submit can imply a more general act of yielding or accepting, while complying specifically involves following rules or regulations.

Submit expressions, common phrases

Submit an application

To formally present or send a document for consideration or approval.
Example: She submitted her application for the job yesterday.
Note: In this case, 'submit' is specifically used in the context of presenting an application or form.

Submit to authority

To yield to someone in a position of power or authority.
Example: He refused to submit to his boss's unreasonable demands.
Note: Here, 'submit' implies yielding or giving in to authority rather than just presenting something.

Submit a report

To hand in or present a written document that provides information or analysis.
Example: The team submitted their report on market trends.
Note: Similar to 'submit an application,' this phrase refers to presenting a report for evaluation or review.

Submit a proposal

To offer or present a formal plan or idea for consideration.
Example: The company submitted a proposal for a new project.
Note: In this context, 'submit' is used when presenting a proposal or suggestion for review or approval.

Submit to a test

To take or undergo a test or examination.
Example: Students are required to submit to regular tests throughout the semester.
Note: When 'submit' is used with 'test,' it means to take or participate in a test rather than just handing something in.

Submit a manuscript

To give or send a written work, such as a book or article, for evaluation or publication.
Example: The author submitted her manuscript to the publisher for review.
Note: In this case, 'submit' is specifically used in the context of sending a written work for publishing consideration.

Submit a complaint

To formally lodge or present a complaint or grievance for resolution.
Example: Customers can submit complaints online through the company's website.
Note: Here, 'submit' is used when presenting a complaint for official consideration or action.

Submit a request

To formally put forward or present a request for something.
Example: Please submit your request for additional resources by the end of the week.
Note: When 'submit' is used with 'request,' it indicates formally presenting a request for consideration or approval.

Submit to a decision

To accept or yield to a decision or outcome, often after initial resistance.
Example: After much discussion, they finally submitted to the committee's decision.
Note: In this context, 'submit' implies accepting or acquiescing to a decision rather than just presenting something.

Submit everyday (slang) expressions

Throw in the towel

This slang term means to give up or surrender in a challenging situation.
Example: I've been trying to fix this issue all day, but I think I'm going to throw in the towel and ask for help.
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Wave the white flag

Similar to 'throw in the towel,' this term is used to signify surrender or acceptance of defeat.
Example: After hours of negotiations, they finally waved the white flag and accepted our terms.
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Call it quits

To decide to stop doing something or end a particular activity.
Example: We've been working on this project for months, but it's time to call it quits and move on to something new.
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Raise the white flag

Similar to 'wave the white flag,' this phrase suggests surrender.
Example: Despite their best efforts, the team had to raise the white flag and admit defeat.
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Throw in the sponge

An alternative to 'throw in the towel,' indicating giving up or quitting.
Example: After losing six games in a row, the team decided to throw in the sponge and focus on the next season.
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Pack it in

To finish what you are doing and go home or stop working.
Example: It's been a long day at work; I think it's time to pack it in and head home.
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Knock it off

A slang term used to tell someone to stop doing something annoying or inappropriate.
Example: I've told you three times to stop making that noise; knock it off!
Note:

Submit - Examples

I need to submit my report by Friday.
Please submit your application online.
He submitted his resignation letter yesterday.

Submit grammar

Submit - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: submit
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): submitted
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): submitting
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): submits
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): submit
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): submit
Syllables, Separation and Stress
submit Contains 2 syllables: sub • mit
Phonetic transcription: səb-ˈmit
sub mit , səb ˈmit (The red syllable is stressed)

Submit - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
submit: ~ 2300 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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