forgo

verb

fȯr-ˈgō How to pronounce forgo (audio)
variants also forego
Definition of forgonext
as in to avoid
to resist the temptation of I'll forgo dessert tonight—I'm trying to lose weight

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Recent Examples of forgo Both Swift and Kelce decided to forgo bridesmaids and groomsmen, per a statement shared with People. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 4 July 2026 Winnebago foregoes the floor-to-ceiling sliding or rotating wall (or entire room) some manufacturers install in favor of a partial wall that swings the sink over top the toilet to clear out the shower. — New Atlas, 3 July 2026 These moments forgo traditional pop polish in favor of imperfection to give Visitor a tangible edge. — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 3 July 2026 His relentless push for the measure has prompted him to derail a bipartisan housing bill and threaten to forgo signing any piece of legislation unless the voting measure is approved. — Ana Ceballos follow, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for forgo
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forgo
avoid
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  • Other methods to reduce the harm from sweltering temperatures include more breaks and flexible shifts so workers can avoid the midday sun, according to the WHO.
    — Christopher Cann, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • While the morning may feel personal — especially if someone questions your judgment, appearance or direction — avoid treating their feedback (or silence) as rejection.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
Definition of avoid

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“Forgo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forgo. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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