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forgoing

[fɔːˈɡəʊɪŋ]

forgoing Definition

  • 1to give up or do without something
  • 2to precede or go before

Using forgoing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "forgoing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I am forgoing dessert tonight.

  • Example

    The forgoing chapter discussed the history of the country.

  • Example

    He decided to forgo his annual vacation this year.

  • Example

    Forgoing sleep, she stayed up all night to finish her project.

forgoing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for forgoing

Antonyms for forgoing

Phrases with forgoing

  • to give up something enjoyable or satisfying

    Example

    She had to forgo the pleasure of eating her favorite food because of her diet.

  • to choose not to take advantage of a chance to do something

    Example

    He regretted forgoing the opportunity to study abroad when he was younger.

  • what has been said or written before in a text or speech

    Example

    The forgoing paragraphs discussed the importance of education.

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Summary: forgoing in Brief

The term 'forgoing' [fɔːˈɡəʊɪŋ] means to give up or do without something, such as 'I am forgoing dessert tonight.' It can also mean to precede or go before, as in 'The forgoing chapter discussed the history of the country.' The phrase 'forgo the pleasure' refers to giving up something enjoyable, while 'forgo the opportunity' means choosing not to take advantage of a chance to do something.