Give up

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɪv ˈəp/

Give up (phrasal verb)

  1. To stop making an effort because you think you cannot succeed.
  2. To stop doing something regularly, especially something harmful or difficult to control.
  3. To stop keeping something and allow others to have it, or to accept defeat.

Examples

  • I will not give up when the task gets hard.
  • She gives up too early and misses the chance.