defaulted (on)

past tense of default (on)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for defaulted (on)
Verb
  • The Blue Jackets promoted Pascal Vincent to replace Babcock, even though Vincent had been passed over in each of their previous two coach searches.
    Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 11 June 2026
  • He was named by Sporting News as the best college basketball player of the decade and passed over in the draft by 28 of 30 NBA teams.
    Sam Evan Sussman, Vogue, 10 June 2026
Verb
  • The controversy surrounding the transition blush technique is just another example of how easily, in many different fields and industries, Black women’s contributions go ignored, overlooked and erased.
    Janice Gassam Asare, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
  • Educators play a crucial role in our society, and the affordability crisis among America’s teachers can no longer be ignored.
    Randi Weingarten, Time, 11 June 2026
Verb
  • He was not abused or neglected in any way.
    Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 11 June 2026
  • Andersen had sent Dickens a copy of his fairy tales translated into English, and Dickens neglected to show the children.
    Stuart Miller, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Verb
  • Fines could be issued to both organizations and members of the public who disregarded the measures, though the rollout was designed to be gradual to allow time for adjustment.
    Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 May 2026
  • Here, too, CDOT disregarded the objections of many residents as the agency previewed its plans during very limited neighborhood meetings and Zoom calls.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Verb
  • On a recent work trip, former NBC news anchor and current CBS correspondent Natalie Morales forgot her hotel room number.
    Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 9 June 2026
  • The captain backed off, but Curry never forgot the look in his eyes, or the venom in his voice.
    Clint Smith, The Atlantic, 9 June 2026
Verb
  • Our room promised nothing short of bliss, equipped with a soaking tub, open shower, king bed, private jacuzzi, and patio that overlooked acres of lush greenery and the famous Whale Tail Beach.
    Christina Perrier, InStyle, 8 June 2026
  • The Indigenous Setlist aims to dismantle even more preconceived notions about Native and Indigenous artists who are often overlooked despite their continued success.
    Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 8 June 2026
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“Defaulted (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/defaulted%20%28on%29. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.

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