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waive

verb

Reveal meaning and examples

To voluntarily give up a right or claim, or decide not to enforce a requirement.

The organizer agreed to waive the fee for volunteers who had already paid for materials.
Dictionary practice example.
The coordinator could waive a small late-return charge when a documented room closure had prevented timely access.
From Rules, Habits, and Exceptions.
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