forfeited

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Musk has already forfeited $26 billion, which was tied to a conditional package known as the “2025 interim award.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Earlier this month, an interim award of stock to Musk was forfeited under a “no double dip” principle, Tesla said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

Uefa rules state that the berth in the lower competition has to be forfeited and passed to another league.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Pakistan, who edged out Netherlands in the tournament opener on Saturday, would have conceded two points if they had forfeited the match, which could have put their chances of progressing in the tournament in jeopardy.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

And though even Duntz had forfeited his composure—had shed, along with tie and coat, his enigmatic drowsy dignity— the suspect seemed content and serene; he refused to budge.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote