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Gave back, as land (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

ceded

(Other definitions for ceded that I've seen before include "Granted" , "Gave up (power)" , "Given up" , "Relinquished" , "Conceded or gave up" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.
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