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renege

/ˈrɛnɪdʒ/ verb · British & US
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What does renege mean?

verb

to go back on a promise or agreement, or to refuse to pay a debt or fulfill an obligation.

Example

"The company was accused of renegeing on its contract with the supplier."

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