forfeit

Example Sentences

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What good is it to gain the world and forfeit your soul?”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Under normal circumstances, the rules would have empowered the referee to declare a forfeit and award the game to Morocco.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

In the event of his dismissal, Pichai would forfeit all stock options that are not yet exercisable, according to the document.

From Barron's • Mar. 7, 2026

Pakistan relented on their original decision to boycott the fixture in solidarity with Bangladesh, who had to forfeit their place in this T20 World Cup when refused dispensation to play their games outside of India.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

He was dissuaded by Lombardy, but it seemed likely that he’d refuse to continue the match unless the forfeit was removed.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady