were forfeiting
- past progressive of forfeit.
Example Sentences
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The McGintys argue they had not understood they were forfeiting their right to sue the company.
From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2024
Scornicesti were due to play Aluminiu Slatina, a team that had abandoned the competition and so were forfeiting each game 3-0.
From BBC ● Mar. 30, 2022
The Purple Aces released a statement the next day confirming they were forfeiting the contest after consulting with medical professionals.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 4, 2021
Some, she said, were forfeiting hefty deposits at private schools.
From New York Times ● Sep. 3, 2019
When they were accepted they were reminded that they were forfeiting all claim upon the United States government for protection or rescue, no matter what might befall them.
From The History of Cuba, vol. 4 by Johnson, Willis Fletcher
