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waived

/weɪvd/

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verb

To relinquish (a right etc.); to give up claim to; to forego.

Examples :

"If you waive the right to be silent, anything you say can be used against you in a court of law."

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verb

To put aside, avoid.

Examples :

"Because Sarah had excellent grades, the university waived the application fee. "

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verb

To outlaw (someone).

Examples :

"The king waived the traitor, declaring him an outlaw. "

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verb

To abandon, give up (someone or something).

Examples :

"The bank waived the late fee because it was my first time missing a payment. "

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verb

To move from side to side; to sway.

Examples :

"The tall grass waived gently in the summer breeze. "

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verb

To stray, wander.

Examples :

"The lost puppy waived from its mother's side, sniffing at every interesting smell along the sidewalk. "