saying uncle (Meaning)
saying uncle
not to mention, suppose, assume, indicate, show, to express oneself, to give expression to, utter, pronounce, as an example, about, approximately, to admit defeat, about as much or as many as, a right or power to influence action or decision, the power to decide or help decide, something that is said, the authority to make final decisions, to express in words, indicate sense 2, show, recite sense 1, repeat, for example, an expression of opinion, recite, repeat, utter entry 2 sense 2, pronounce, suppose sense 1, assume, in other words, to state as opinion or belief
Synonyms & Antonyms of saying uncle
saying uncle Sentence Examples
- After a grueling wrestling match, the contender finally gave up, saying uncle in surrender.
- The bully threatened to beat up the smaller boy, but when he saw the boy's tears, he hesitated and said uncle.
- During the tickle fight, the brother said uncle as a sign that he could no longer endure the laughter.
- The politician faced impeachment hearings, but after a series of damaging revelations, he was forced to say uncle and resign.
- The stubborn child refused to eat his vegetables, but after a relentless campaign by his parents, he finally said uncle and took a bite.
- In the boxing ring, the underdog gave the champion a run for his money, but eventually he said uncle after a flurry of punches.
- The hostage negotiator listened carefully to the kidnapper's demands, but when they became too unreasonable, he said uncle and walked away.
- The saleswoman offered a tempting discount, but the customer remained firm and said uncle, deciding they could live without the item.
- The prankster pushed the boundaries too far, and when his friend said uncle, he realized the joke had gone too far.
- The drunkard staggered home, unable to hold his liquor any longer, and collapsed on the sofa, saying uncle as he passed out.
FAQs About the word saying uncle
not to mention, suppose, assume, indicate, show, to express oneself, to give expression to, utter, pronounce, as an example, about, approximately, to admit defe
giving in, knuckling under,succumbing, throwing in the sponge, surrendering, throwing in the towel, bowing, submitting, conceding, capitulating
contending,resisting, facing, fighting, objecting, battling, countering, combating, holding off, meeting
After a grueling wrestling match, the contender finally gave up, saying uncle in surrender.
The bully threatened to beat up the smaller boy, but when he saw the boy's tears, he hesitated and said uncle.
During the tickle fight, the brother said uncle as a sign that he could no longer endure the laughter.
The politician faced impeachment hearings, but after a series of damaging revelations, he was forced to say uncle and resign.
