forfeit

Example Sentences

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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

Five City Section teams in the playoffs have had to forfeit games because players participated in outside leagues during their high school season in violation of CIF bylaw 600.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

If a player cannot continue because of severe cramping, they may forfeit a point or a game to force a change of ends and receive treatment.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

Several players in the tournament had come down with the flu—including Bobby’s teacher, Jack Collins—and had to forfeit games.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady