Example Sentences

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

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

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 • Jan. 22, 2026

Then again, any promise made by the U.S. or Venezuela is “subject to reneging by subsequent administrations.”

From MarketWatch • Jan. 7, 2026

Chelsea paid a £5m penalty to United for reneging on an obligation to sign the England attacker.

From BBC • Sep. 1, 2025

What’s to keep the rebels from reneging on the deal?

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins