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BREAKING: San Juan Hills will forfeit nine games from this season.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2025

His father says the 980-seat theatre will forfeit the tournament unless central government or Sheffield City Council, with whom he has a meeting planned next week, step up their commitment.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2025

Under the terms of Chen’s plea agreement, she will forfeit funds in her bank accounts, insurance policies and real estate in Chino, Chino Hills, Diamond Bar, South El Monte, Walnut and West Covina.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2024

The former Washington State quarterback shared as much Monday morning, announcing that instead of transferring schools, he will forfeit his remaining eligibility and declare for the NFL draft.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 1, 2024

They will forfeit fifty dollars for every day after that date until the bridge is finished.

From Business English A Practice Book by Buhlig, Rose