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as in cancelled
to put an end to (something planned or previously agreed to)
the library refused to rescind its decision to include the controversial book in its collection
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as in repealed
to put an end to by formal action
the new mayor vowed not to seek to rescind existing laws prohibiting smoking in the city's public places
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Recent Examples of rescinded
In June, the institution rescinded an honorary degree awarded to him and disbanded a scholarship program in his name.
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Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2024
But the tariff powers stem from statutes passed by Congress, and they can be rescinded by further acts of Congress.
—Dylan Matthews, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2024
But the tariff powers stem from statutes passed by Congress, and they can be rescinded by further acts of Congress.
—Dylan Matthews, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rescinded
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Smotrich canceled his trip to France to speak at the gala, citing security concerns, but at least two demonstrations went ahead, drawing hundreds of protesters.Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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After nearly two decades of enchanting holiday shoppers with its elaborate light displays, Saks Fifth Avenue suddenly canceled this year’s installation, an about-face from statements made less than a month ago.Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
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The tax would remain in effect indefinitely unless repealed by voters.Doug Smith, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
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Fortune Nike shares drop Nike shares dipped nearly 5% on Wednesday after the sneaker company postponed its investor day and repealed its full-year guidance during an earnings call.Diane Brady, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2024
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Before that case was closed in December 2022, Lacy pleaded guilty that September to driving with a license suspended, revoked or canceled.Emily Palmer, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024
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The state’s Department of Motor Vehicles revoked the license for Cruise, which was transporting passengers without human drivers throughout San Francisco.Michelle Chapman, Fortune, 30 Sep. 2024
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As modernization spread throughout Italy in the 1960s, the system was abolished, and farmers abandoned their rustic dwellings in favor of houses with electricity and running water in towns and cities.Peter Terzian, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 2024
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The union also wants the reinstatement of a pension scheme that was abolished in 2008, which is a nonstarter for Boeing.Elodie Mazein, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2024
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Second, most congressional Republicans have abandoned ethical norms.Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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Immediately after committing themselves to each other in an intimate ceremony, they are dramatically abandoned in an idyllic isolation for the adventure of a lifetime.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2024
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