forfeit

Example Sentences

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The plea agreement requires Regan to forfeit all proceeds traceable to his schemes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 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

Horvath would have had to forfeit her seat to run against Bass, while facing a tight timeline for fundraising.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2026

If a player cannot continue because of severe cramping, they may forfeit a point or a game to force a change of ends and receive treatment.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

“But only if you take my forfeit, when you lose.”

From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman