as in leaves
to cause to remain behind
forsaking most of our possessions, we evacuated just before the hurricane struck
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Recent Examples of forsakes
The difference is the wisdom to recognize that giving away public-trust land and diminishing our quality of life forsakes the permanent greater good for the temporary benefit of a few developers and residents.
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U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forsakes
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Bublak says that the decision leaves cities shouldering more responsibility with fewer tools.—
Nina Burns,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
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With a hungry ghost and a series of crippling self-esteem issues in tow, Saccharine leaves a lot for audiences to stomach.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
23 Jan. 2026
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Trump administration abandons its appeal of ruling that blocked a campaign against diversity, equity and inclusion programs in schools and colleges, threatening federal funding to institutions.—
Collin Binkley,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Jan. 2026
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Though Miguel is shot in the leg during the surprise attack, Tommy and his men come out on top, and Jenard's team abandons him to work for Chicago's new kingpin.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Forsakes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forsakes. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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