- present tense form of forgo (3rd person singular).
forgoes
Example Sentences
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Typically wearing a traditional Caribbean shirt, Cepeda forgoes a tie, which he considers a symbol of oligarchy.
From Barron's β May 25, 2026
It forgoes the sticky glaze in favor of a deep brown gravy that pools and clings.
From Salon β Mar. 11, 2026
Samantha Steele, a former assessor for an Indiana county and current member of the Board of Review, says she forgoes campaign contributions from people with business before the board.
From The Wall Street Journal β Dec. 22, 2025
She forgoes chemotherapy, emails her resignation letter and hits the road.
From Los Angeles Times β Mar. 27, 2025
She forgoes all of the usual motel thrills, like unwrapping the soaps and hunting for the Bible.
From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti
