Definition of forgo
-went
play \fȯr-ˈwent\;forgone
play \fȯr-ˈgȯn also -ˈgän\;forgoing
play \fȯr-ˈgō-iŋ, -ˈgȯ(-)iŋ\transitive verb
1 : to give up the enjoyment or advantage of : do without never forwent an opportunity of honest profit — R. L. Stevenson decided to forgo dessert for a few days
2 archaic : forsake
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Examples of forgo in a Sentence
She is planning to forgo her right to a trial and simply plead guilty.
I'll forgo dessert tonight—I'm trying to lose weight.
Recent Examples of forgo from the Web
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Because of the success of his vision, many Columbia pioneers are forgoing the chance to move elsewhere.
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Major companies, including Exxon Mobil, have also urged Trump not to forgo the agreement and allow the U.S. to help set the agenda with the rest of the world.
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Despite qualifying for the Class 3A state 800 and 1,600 meters races, Kern elected to forgo the 1,600 at state.
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After forgoing an on-camera question-and-answer session for the past fifteen days, Spicer returned to the podium Tuesday facing questions about Kushner, Germany and the state of Trump's staff.
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According to those knowledgeable about the decision, the streaming service's choice to forgo its screenings comes from internal discussions only, not from any pressure from local authorities.
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A final engine burn last October was to put Juno in a 14-day orbit, but a pair of sluggish valves in the fuel system led mission managers to forgo that, and Juno remains in the 53-day orbit instead.
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The Buzz: Landry’s decision to return to Boston College rather than forgo his final year of eligibility was a huge get for Steve Addazio and his staff.
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Why not forgo airport acrobatics with the Lapdog, a carrying case that unfolds into a portable workplace.
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Origin and Etymology of forgo
Middle English, from Old English forgān to pass by, forgo, from for- + gān to go
First Known Use: before 12th century
FORGO Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of forgo for English Language Learners
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: to give up the use or enjoyment of (something)
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\fȯr-ˈgō\Definition of forgo for Students
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: to give up the use or enjoyment of Don't forgo this opportunity.
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