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forgo

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Verb — To choose to go without something, even though you could have it.

Etymology

From Old English forgān ("to go away, forgo") — for- + go.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “forgo” mean?

The word “forgo” means to choose to go without something, even though you could have it. In plain terms, to deliberately do without something.

How do you pronounce “forgo”?

“Forgo” is pronounced faw-GOH (/fɔɹˈɡoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “forgo” in a sentence?

Here is “forgo” used in a sentence: “They decided to forgo dessert and head straight home.”

What part of speech is “forgo”?

“Forgo” is a verb.

Where does the word “forgo” come from?

The word “forgo” comes from Old English. From Old English forgān ("to go away, forgo") — for- + go.

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