Example Sentences

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And he said the Fed had forfeited the political deference that central banks have historically enjoyed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

The match later resumed and Senegal won 1-0 but Caf said that the walkout meant they had forfeited the game.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 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

In 2008, the trial court judge ruled Willis had forfeited his right to an attorney.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 5, 2023

Emma had forfeited her confidence, and about the third time of their meeting, she heard all Mrs. Elton’s knight-errantry on the subject.—

From "Emma" by Jane Austen