Forgo
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Voluntary Sacrifice
Choosing to give something up willingly, often for a larger benefit or another person. She chose to forgo her usual luxury vacation to help fund her brother's education.
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Not Just Physical
'Forgo' can refer to non-material things, like rights, habits, or actions. He decided to forgo his right to appeal the verdict.
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Temporary or Permanent
Can imply skipping something once, or giving it up for good. Janet forwent her morning coffee today, but she might have it tomorrow.