Renege

usgb/rɪˈneɡ/
verb

To fail to meet a commitment or promise.

After promising to participate in the charity event, John reneged due to his busy schedule.
Visual representation of "renege" - To fail to meet a commitment or promise.

Often appears as...

  • renege on a deal
  • renege on a promise
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Broken Trust

Reneging on commitments can damage relationships and trust, as it shows unreliability.

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He reneged on his vow, losing the trust of his friends.
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Consequence Warning

Using 'renege' indicates possible negative consequences for not following through on a promise.

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If you renege on this agreement, there will be legal actions.
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Serious Matters

'Renege' is often used in serious contexts, like legal contracts or important personal promises.

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The company reneged on its commitment to environmental policies.
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