forfeited

Definition of forfeitednext
past tense of forfeit

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Recent Examples of forfeited Boise State forfeited in the semifinal round, marking the Broncos' third forfeit to the Spartans that season. Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 8 Mar. 2026
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Verb
  • Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said sanctions on his country’s oil had been waived and some of its assets frozen abroad had been released.
    Deva Lee, CNN Money, 22 June 2026
  • All fees have been waived consistent with official policy.
    Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 20 June 2026
Verb
  • Foundation board treasurer Mark Rahman, a volunteer with the National Alliance on Mental Illness Tri Valley who also lost a child to suicide, supports Alan's parents' mission to bring good from their grief.
    Sharon Chin, CBS News, 25 June 2026
  • Having lost to Mexico in the tournament's opening game and then drawn with Czechia, South Africa came into this game at the foot of the table.
    Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 25 June 2026
Verb
  • In Minnesota, where the Timberwolves have won five playoff series over the past three years, Finch entrusted Nori with handling the game’s details.
    Jason Quick, New York Times, 23 June 2026
  • The advisors entrusted with guiding substantial fortunes must combine technical expertise, strategic foresight and an ability to serve clients whose financial lives often span businesses, generations and continents.
    Riley de León, CNBC, 22 June 2026

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“Forfeited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forfeited. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.

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