noun a space for vehicles to move aside or yield to another vehicle
verb to yield or make space for something or someone else
In construction projects, 'give way' may refer to a structure or component yielding under pressure or stress.
In sports such as basketball or soccer, 'give way' can mean to allow an opponent to pass by or make a play without interference.
In maritime navigation, 'give way' indicates a vessel's duty to yield to another vessel in order to avoid a collision.
In the context of driving, 'give way' refers to yielding to other vehicles or pedestrians at intersections or when merging onto a road.
In a writing context, 'give way' can refer to allowing one idea or argument to take precedence over another in a piece of writing, or to yield to a different perspective or interpretation.
Psychologists may use the term 'give way' when discussing the process of relinquishing control or power in a therapeutic relationship, allowing the client to take the lead in exploring their thoughts and emotions.