What does forego mean?

v. To not do or have something that you want, often because you need to do something else first.

forego

🇺🇸 /fɔːrˈɡəʊ/ 🇬🇧 /fɔːˈɡəʊ/

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To not do or have something that you want, often because you need to do something else first.

I decided to forego dessert so I could fit into my new dress.

To not do or have something that you want, often because you need to do something else first.

3rd Present foregoes

Past forewent

Perfect foregone

Progressive foregoing