renege

Example Sentences

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This wish is granted, but Salieri reneges on his end of the deal after losing faith in the Almighty.

From Los Angeles Times

The lawsuit also claimed Shvo reneged on a promise to invest $100 million in a series of Core Club outposts in cities like Milan and San Francisco in exchange for a 50% ownership stake.

From The Wall Street Journal

But regulators say some companies renege on their commitments.

From Barron's

Still, unthinkable now is Denmark reneging on its promises, including an independence referendum whenever Greenlanders want one.

From The Wall Street Journal

But in August, a documentary filmmaker, primary care physician and wildlife ecologist sued the government over that plan, claiming it was reneging on its duty to protect the horses.

From Los Angeles Times