1. going back on a promise, commitment, or agreement; failing to fulfill an obligation
Usage: present participle of ‘renege’
2. failing to follow suit when able to do so in card games
Usage: card games

Examples

• The company is reneging on its promise to provide health benefits.
• He accused his partner of reneging on their business deal.
• The politician was criticized for reneging on her campaign promises.
• They’re reneging on the contract they signed last month.
• The player was penalized for reneging during the bridge game.
• She felt betrayed when her friend started reneging on their plans.