How to Use forgo in a Sentence

forgo

verb
  • She is planning to forgo her right to a trial and simply plead guilty.
  • I'll forgo dessert tonight—I'm trying to lose weight.
  • Many of these meals notably forgo fruits, whole grains and healthy fats.
    — Devika Rao, TheWeek, 18 Mar. 2026
  • There is no plan in place for any coaches to forgo portions of their salaries.
    — courant.com, 31 Dec. 2020
  • Word of their skill — and willingness to forgo sleep — spread.
    — BostonGlobe.com, 26 Mar. 2021
  • Visitors younger than two are allowed to forgo a face mask at the park.
    — Cailey Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2021
  • For some restaurants, the decision to forgo the phone is an easy one.
    — New York Times, 28 Jan. 2022
  • Others might choose to dial back their work hours or forgo a new client contract.
    — Julie Appleby, CNN Money, 12 Apr. 2026
  • The smaller version forgoes the slide rule for a sleeker look.
    — Carol Besler, Robb Report, 7 Sep. 2023
  • Some kids forgo the freezer completely to get more fridge space.
    — Leanne Italile, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2022
  • Many straight women forgo longer styles to be more dexterous at their jobs or just like the look.
    — Shelby Wax, Allure, 14 Sep. 2023
  • Work from home three days a week, and forgo business travel when a Zoom call will do.
    — Bernhard Warner, Fortune, 29 Mar. 2022
  • Sometimes, that means forgoing the drive to take their children to school.
    — Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
  • Many are planning to forgo children.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2026
  • Consumers are also forgoing long-term plans for short-term goals.
    — Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
  • The rarest thing about him was his decision to forgo all that and return to the road with his friends.
    — Will Oremus, The Atlantic, 1 July 2026
  • The singer stepped out in the label’s plushy fur overcoat and black, ripped tight-boots, and forwent a shirt with it.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 26 June 2024
  • The best bet may be to forgo airline food altogether and pack your own.
    — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2022
  • The singer's decision to forgo a plea deal means the case is now headed to trial.
    — Justine Browning, EW.com, 29 July 2022
  • The challenge will be to get residents to forgo driving and ride the trains.
    — Mary Perez The Sun Herald (tns), al, 3 Jan. 2023
  • But why not forgo the stiletto for something a tad bit more comfortable?
    — Alexis Bennett, Vogue, 23 Nov. 2021
  • However, as part of the deal, Hayes must forgo the use of party funds.
    — Emily Alvarenga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Apr. 2024
  • But Bennett said not to forgo footwear as a small slip-up could cause an accident.
    — Krystal Nurse, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025
  • Joined by her friends, Livia vows to forgo real-life romance for the summer.
    — Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Why not forgo a strict itinerary and just let your days structure themselves?
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
  • This year, some networks are forgoing the practice.
    — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2026
  • However, some folks may forgo those events in order to use fireworks.
    — Paris Barraza, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • Modlin already had to forgo raises for her workers this year.
    — Matt Egan, CNN Money, 7 May 2026
  • By forgoing small rounds for an oversized mass, the vibe shifts from small and finicky to playful and party-ready.
    — Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appétit, 1 Aug. 2023
  • This recipe forgoes the usual sweet filling in favor of all the makings of chicken pot pie.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 10 July 2023

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