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Forego
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forgoh
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Simple meaning
What does Forego mean?
To give up or do without.
Dictionary definition
To give up or do without something; often spelled forgo in modern use.
Example sentences
Forego in a sentence
easy
She chose to forego dessert.
medium
The team may forego a break to finish early.
hard
Forego can mean go before in older use, but it is often used as a spelling of forgo.
Synonyms
Words like Forego
forgoChoose to do without something.
Antonyms
Opposite words
keepContinue to have or hold.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to forego, depending on context.
Word family
Forego word family
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Quick practice
Try Forego
Practice 1
What does forego mean?
Forego means to give up or do without.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to forego?
Forgo is close in meaning to forego in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of forego?
Keep contrasts with forego.
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