forfeited

verb

Definition of forfeitednext
past tense of forfeit
1
as in waived

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2
as in lost

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Recent Examples of forfeited Boise State forfeited in the semifinal round, marking the Broncos' third forfeit to the Spartans that season. — Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 8 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forfeited
  1. waived
  2. lost
  3. entrusted
Verb
  • For the Heat, the expiration of the trade exception for Highsmith, who has re-signed with the Phoenix Suns after being waived by them last week, continues a largely passive approach with the mechanism.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2026
  • The monthly service fee is waived for customers enrolled in electronic statements.
    — CNBC Select, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of waived
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  • By this stage, Villa had already lost two physios and its head of medical services, Arnaldo Abrantes, to Arsenal.
    — Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Fifteen customers by Fall Creek near Pendleton also lost power.
    — John Tufts, IndyStar, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of lost
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  • The two companies entrusted perfumers Marie Salamagne and Fabrice Pellegrin to create the juice.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The Department’s priority is ensuring that children are protected online and that companies entrusted with their personal information meet their legal obligations.
    — Todd Spangler, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026
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