Word Finder - forgoing

definition

To let pass, to leave alone, to let go.

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To do without, to abandon, to renounce.

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To refrain from, to abstain from, to pass up, to withgo.

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I wouldn't forgo something, unless I'm convinced that it's detrimental in some way or another.

Adams had truly become a samurai, forgoing his English attire for sumptuous silk kimonos.

Some adoptive parents have found success by forgoing the choice of signing with only one adoption agency and instead contacting several areas in their state as well as neighboring states.

With space at a premium, families are forgoing the formal parlor, for a true "living" room where they spend the majority of their time.

Choosing another vehicle doesn't have to mean forgoing size or comfort either!

While there are many people who do believe that organic Essiac tea can be a healing remedy for cancer and other illnesses, many medical experts caution against forgoing other, more proven techniques, therapies, and medications.

The hospice staff will likely urge the parents to spend as much time as possible with their baby while he or she is alive, forgoing routine procedures that would usually separate mother and baby after birth.

These amazing tan through swimsuits allow you to wear the style you love most without forgoing any of that brilliant sunshine!

While this shouldn't mean forgoing waterproof sun block, it will mean that you are giving your skin the best possible protection.

But this holiday decoration is often a staple for many homes, so forgoing the greenery is not an option.

More and more people are forgoing the traditional Christmas greeting card and sending out free email Christmas cards instead.

That means forgoing the couch potato position you are so comfortable with!

To add uniqueness to a mealtime proposal, consider forgoing dessert in favor of a "sweet surprise" in a more isolated place, or create an individualized ring box in the shape of a dessert treat.

Since this requires forgoing a second income, many of these women have come to view saving money as way to challenge their creative thinking skills.

Don't take chances with your tattoo by forgoing the stencil for freehand work or faulty communication.

Americans are forgoing the prescribed vegetables, fruits, and whole grains and instead eat foods high in sugars, sodium, and saturated fats.

So, it seems that Prince has relented and on his new album is forgoing all of the confusing name games, like TAFKAP and that symbol thing.

He must still (at least according to later rules) live in strict abstinence, forgoing, e.g., the use of marriage.

Normative agents fled from known aggressive agents, forgoing social interaction but also forgoing the possibility of theft and a loss to their strength.

It is safe to say that the man with seventeen puppies is creating more happiness by giving one each to sixteen friends than he is forgoing by his loss of puppies.