forgo

Example Sentences

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The FDA should forgo the usual human clinical trials in order to bring about this shift, a spokesperson for the alliance said.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Planners suggest reviewing auto insurance annually and reassessing whether one vehicle could meet household needs, or if it makes sense to forgo car ownership altogether and use ride-hailing services.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 18, 2026

She said the company may forgo some revenue as a result of its decision.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

Kevin Butler and Jena MacCabe said Flores “chose to forgo his prosecution by declining the immigration judge’s relief offers.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 21, 2026

“Yes. Very good. So, Kvothe, do you still wish to forgo an anesthetic?”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss