as in preceded
to go or come before in time
if the sparse crowds are any indication of the public's interest in the presidential candidate, then his reputation obviously foregoes him
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Recent Examples of forewent
Williams forewent a necklace, instead accenting the look with a timeless gold watch and tiny gold brooch, which was fastened on the bodice of her dress.
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Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 25 Oct. 2025
Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forewent
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Losing, 2-0, at León in its opening match preceded a famous 3-0 return leg triumph in Exposition Park and an early piece of club lore.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
17 Feb. 2026
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Taken in whole, this period was an oasis of creativity for Wilson in-between long stretches of inactivity that preceded and followed it, so even the minor misfires are fascinating; the absolute gems contained within the entry and exit points of Brian’s 1970s flourishing feel all the more precious.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Forewent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forewent. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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