forfeited

verb

Definition of forfeitednext
past tense of forfeit
1
as in waived

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as in lost

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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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forfeited
  1. waived
  2. lost
  3. entrusted
Verb
  • The department has waived it, but lawyers for Presidio argued that because of the wording of the Act, Homeland Security was still required to consult with the Army Corps of Engineers before launching the project.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 22 July 2026
  • That happened yesterday as the Pacers waived Taelon Peter, a late draft pick from 2025.
    — Tony East, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of waived
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  • Samaritan's Purse said nearly every patient treated at its field hospital has lost a family member or close friend.
    — Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2026
  • Jobs will be won and lost over the next six weeks, as the Lions attempt to right the wrongs that led to a NFC North fourth-place finish in 2025.
    — Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Definition of lost
Verb
  • But a new watchdog memo raises serious questions about whether the private contractors entrusted with that work are adequately protecting taxpayer information.
    — Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • As orphanages closed, more orphans and low-income children were entrusted to the care of foster parents in private homes.
    — Thomas Adam, The Conversation, 16 July 2026
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