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forfeit

[fawr-fit] / ˈfɔr fɪt /




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You may also forfeit certain tax advantages — and the money you’d contribute to their accounts could instead go toward your own Roth IRA, giving you greater flexibility.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

Her order posed the question Heppner never asked: Does anyone with a Google account forfeit all rights to confidentiality?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

In the event of his dismissal, Pichai would forfeit all stock options that are not yet exercisable, according to the document.

From Barron's • Mar. 7, 2026

Pakistan relented on their original decision to boycott the fixture in solidarity with Bangladesh, who had to forfeit their place in this T20 World Cup when refused dispensation to play their games outside of India.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

Several players in the tournament had come down with the flu—including Bobby’s teacher, Jack Collins—and had to forfeit games.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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