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

He reneged on his vow, losing the trust of his friends.
Consequence Warning
Using 'renege' indicates possible negative consequences for not following through on a promise.

If you renege on this agreement, there will be legal actions.
Serious Matters
'Renege' is often used in serious contexts, like legal contracts or important personal promises.

The company reneged on its commitment to environmental policies.
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