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To lose or be deprived of something, especially as a penalty for wrongdoing
“Where the property is owned jointly, the partner leaving the marital home does not forfeit rights to the property.”
To not be able to experience or take advantage of (an opportunity or chance)
To obtain a loan by giving away the right of seizure to the lender over a fixed property
To deteriorate, decline, or slump in progress, position, or influence
To give as security on a loan
To abandon or discontinue (a course of action or study)
Plural for a fine or penalty for wrongdoing
“This states that a conviction is necessary before a fine or forfeit can be imposed.”
Plural for the loss or forfeit of property or rights, such as by legal action
Plural for a thing that is granted, especially in response to demands and by compromise
Plural for something deposited or pledged as a guarantee of the fulfillment of an undertaking or loan
Plural for a punishment imposed for breaking a law, rule, or contract
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