English

accept

əkˈsept, ækˈsɛpt, əkˈsɛpt
Meaning: to agree to take something; to say yes to an offer
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: ækˈsɛpt, əkˈsɛpt

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base accept
3rd person singular present accepts
Present participle accepting
Past accepted
Will future will accept
Going-to future going to accept
Imperative negative don't accept / do not accept

Example sentences

She accepted the job offer without hesitation.
She accepted the job offer without hesitation.
Please accept my heartfelt thanks for your help.
Please accept my heartfelt thanks for your help.
She can accept the blame for the delay.
She can accept the blame for the delay.
We need to find a compromise that everyone can accept.
We need to find a compromise that everyone can accept.
The company accepted full liability for the accident.
The company accepted full liability for the accident.

Usage Notes

Commonly used for receiving gifts, invitations, responsibilities, or believing an explanation.

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