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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

forsake

/fɔːrˈseɪk/ verb · British & US
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What does forsake mean?

verb

To abandon or give up something or someone, often in a deliberate or intentional manner. To leave or desert someone or something, often in a state of abandonment or neglect.

Example

"She was forced to forsake her dreams of becoming a professional dancer due to a serious injury."

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