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reneged

/ˈrɛnɪdʒd/ verb · British & US
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What does reneged mean?

verb

to go back on a promise or agreement, or to refuse to do something that you have previously agreed to do.

Example

"The company reneged on its promise to pay its employees a bonus."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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