yield
word
Definition
To produce something (such as crops, profits, or results), or to give up or surrender to someone or something. It can also mean allowing other people to go first, for example, in traffic.
Usage & Nuances
In business and farming, 'yield' usually refers to profits or production (e.g., 'crop yield', 'high yield bond'). As a verb meaning 'cede', it's formal/literary. In traffic, 'yield' is used on signs meaning you must let others go first. Don't confuse 'yield' (produce) with 'wield' (to handle or use something).
Example Sentences
The apple trees yield a lot of fruit each year.
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Farmers hope for a high yield from their crops.
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You must yield at this intersection.
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If you keep pushing, the door will yield eventually.
natural
After a long debate, he finally yielded to their demands.
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That investment will yield better results in the long run.
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